College Admissions Deferrals & the LOCI: What Your Teen Needs to Know

Deferrals—what do they mean, and what should your teenager do next? In this episode of Sh*t Your Teenagers Won’t Tell You, we dive into the world of college admissions deferrals, breaking down the process, and provide actionable advice for crafting a standout Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI). In our conversation, we explore what colleges are really looking for and why the LOCI might not matter as much as you think. Discover misconceptions about the admissions process, find out why institutional priorities often outweigh student talent, and hear about the common LOCI pitfalls to avoid. Join us to learn about the ins and outs of college admissions and the secret behind crafting a compelling LOCI. Tune in now!

 

Key Points From This Episode:

 

• [0:00:45] Introduction and outline of today's topic.
• [0:02:06] What deferral means and how a LOCI can (and can’t) impact an application.
• [0:04:37] Learn the dos and don'ts of writing a compelling and concise LOCI.
• [0:06:15] How a typical LOCI is structured, what to include, and the accepted writing style.
• [0:11:42] Why overloading admissions officers with new materials can hurt your chances.
• [0:12:54] Find out why colleges require a LOCI for deferred applications. 
• [0:14:42] Uncover why Cathy thinks deferrals and LOCIs are tied to business strategies.
• [0:17:23] Explore the reasons why a student may be removed from a waitlist.
• [0:19:35] Final takeaways and why the LOCI is nothing worth stressing about.

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