Receiving a deferral decision can be disappointing and confusing, but it’s important for students to stay positive and view it as a second chance to highlight their accomplishments. In this episode, IvyWise college admissions experts Carolyn (formerly at Vanderbilt University) and Tasha (formerly at USC and Boston University) explain what a deferral means, why it happens, and what steps deferred students should take next.
Semester 8: Episode 6: Data and Test-Optional Policies
Semester 8: Episode 5: Using Data to Build Your Balanced College List
Semester 8: Episode 4: What Are My Chances? Probability and Chance Calculators
Semester 8: Episode 3: Data Versus Anecdotal Evidence
Semester 8: Episode 2: Admissions Data Is Everywhere. But What Matters?
Semester 8: Episode 1: Trustworthy and Untrustworthy College Admissions Sources
Semester 7: Episode 10: What Does It Mean To Be ”Flat” or ”LMO”?
Semester 7: Episode 9: What Is Yield and Why Does It Matter?
Semester 7: Episode 8: What Is a Hook?
Semester 7: Episode 7: What Is Demonstrated Interest?
Semester 7: Episode 6: What Does It Mean To Build Your Profile?
Semester 7: Episode 5: What’s the Difference Between "Test-Optional" and "Test-Blind"
Semester 7: Episode 4: What Are the Different Types of Early Action Applications?
Semester 7: Episode 3: What Are ”Grit” and ”Fit”?
Semester 7: Episode 2: What Is a ”Pointy” Student?
Semester 7: Episode 1: What Is an Admissions Committee?
Semester 6: Episode 10: What Is NYU Like?
Semester 6: Episode 9: How Should I Tackle College Application Essay Prompts?
Semester 6: Episode 8: What Is Stanford University Like?
Semester 6: Episode 7: Whom Should I Ask for Letters of Recommendation?
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