Waiting list status is important for applicants. In fact, according to the National Association for College Admission Counseling, about one-third of applicants are usually waitlisted. Even if you are one of the lucky ones who is accepted right away, the waitlist process can be nerve-wracking.
There are several reasons why you might have been waitlisted, and these vary from applicant to applicant. Some common reasons include:
– You have many applications
– You submitted all the required materials
– You met the deadline
– You have a high GPA
– You have a high SAT/ACT score
Some things you can do to improve your chances of being admitted include:
– Gather all the required materials
– Request that your application be reconsidered if you are waitlisted
– Contact the admissions office to ask questions
– Meet with an admissions counselor
– Have a high GPA
– Have a high SAT/ACT score
– Submit additional information such as letters of recommendation
