The meaning of being 'provisionally admitted'?

Hey there! I've seen a few people talking about being 'provisionally admitted' to a college. I'm a bit lost. What does this term mean exactly?

When a student is "provisionally admitted" to a college, it means that the college has extended an offer of admission, but it's conditional on the student meeting certain requirements.

Typically, these requirements are about maintaining academic performance in the student's last year of high school. So, the student would need to make sure they continue to earn good grades in their coursework, and that they keep their GPA at a certain level. In some cases, the admission could also be contingent on the student submitting additional documents.

The "provisional" part also means the college can rescind the offer if the conditions are not met by the specified deadline.

It's important to note that many schools use this approach, so it's not unusual. It allows the college to have assurance that the student they're admitting continues to maintain a strong academic performance right through their final high school years. For the student, it provides a motivation to stay committed and focused while counting down the days to graduation.

A good rule of thumb is to carefully read any communications from colleges regarding your admission status and reach out to the admissions office if there's anything you're not clear about. They're there to help you navigate this process and they will be more than willing to provide any clarification you need.