To Everyone Who Has Been Wait-listed
You’re probably thinking, “oh, this is just a nice way of getting rejected.” But it’s really not. Someone on the admissions committee fought for you to be admitted. Someone on the admissions committee realizes your academic potential to excel at that institution. I hope that this gives people peace of mind.
Also: if you can, submit additional materials! Show them something they don’t know about you yet.
I got waitlisted, then submitted a supplemental essay that showed then what an articulate, angry feminist I was, which they didn’t know from my other essays, and THAT’S what tipped the scales, I’m sure.
Find out if supplements are an option! You will not be bugging them if you submit something. You will be helping them develop a more complete picture of you, which will help them make an informed decision about whether or not you’ll be a good fit for the school!
(Source: y0uareatthetopofmylungs, via cthulhu-with-a-fez)
