Waitlisted by your dream school? Here’s what to do next!

Waitlist Strategy

So you’ve been waitlisted by a school you had your heart set on. Being waitlisted is not a rejection—it simply means that the school needs more time to evaluate your candidacy. And there’s still something you can do to maximize your chances at your dream school: write and send a letter of continued interest.

What is a letter of continued interest?

A letter of continued interest (LOCI) is a brief note sent to the admissions committee expressing your continued interest in attending the university should you be accepted. This letter allows you to provide significant updates, reinforce your fit for the university, and express gratitude for the admissions committee’s continued consideration. Most importantly, it is your final opportunity to share your voice with the admissions committee in a dynamic and compelling way.

While the letter of continued interest is an important way to leverage your chances of admission, it tends to be overlooked by guidance counselors and teachers. Command Education’s Senior Mentors have expertise in helping students to craft compelling and thoughtful letters which have resulted in students ultimately earning acceptance to their dream schools.

How Command Education Senior Mentors Help Students with LOCIs

Composing a standout letter of continued interest requires a delicate balance—your letter should be short but impactful, it should be sent shortly after you’ve received the news of your deferred status, but not so immediate that the admissions office is still inundated. Our Senior Mentors help students strike the perfect balance by:

Schedule Your Strategy Session

The letter of continued interest is a student’s last shot at capturing the attention of the admissions committee and boosting their applicant profile, so it is imperative that students have expert guidance and dedicated support in the drafting process. If your student is navigating the anxiety of the waitlist, schedule a consult with Command Education today!

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