Hey, recently got an email from a college stating I've been 'provisionally accepted'. Not quite sure what that means. Am I in? Or are there further conditions to meet?
Congrats on being 'provisionally accepted'! This terms essentially means "conditionally accepted", implying that your admission to the college is contingent upon the fulfillment of certain conditions. Typically these conditions could include:
1. Maintaining the academic performance shown in your application: If you're still in high school, it's important to keep your grades up your senior year and retain the same level of academic rigor in your course load. A significant drop in your grades or course rigidity may affect your offer.
2. Completing a high school diploma: Sometimes, offers are made before a student is actually done with high school. This acceptance is conditional upon your successful graduation.
3. Providing final transcripts and other required documentation: The admission office will want to see your final transcripts after your current semester/year ends to ensure nothing unexpected happened.
4. Legal or disciplinary reasons: Your acceptance might be contingent upon you not having a serious disciplinary action, or a criminal charge against you before you matriculate.
Do check your admission letter and the college's website for specific guidelines and conditions regarding 'provisional acceptance'. It's crucial to make sure you fulfill all these requirements in order not to jeopardize your admission.
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