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DecisionsJun 5, 2026· 5 min read
Waitlisted? Here Is What to Actually Do
A waitlist is not a rejection, but it is not a plan either. Here is how to keep the door open while you commit to a school that already wants you.
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DecisionsJun 4, 2026· 5 min read
Deferred From Early? What It Means and What to Do Next
A deferral moves your early application into the regular pool. It is a maybe, and there are a few useful things you can do with it.
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