<p>Hi guys, I was deferred and my application will be reviewed again during the regular decision cycle. What should I do to increase my chance of being accepted? I was pretty sure I was gonna get in, so I slacked off this semester and I have 2 Cs right now. =[ I will try to bring that up to at least a B- if I can. But they're all AP/Honors classes so I don't know if that will help me or not. My major is psychology and I have a C in AP Psychology. I know. ridiculous. Turns out I'm not very good in psychology. I'm hoping I can get it up to a B at least. What should I do more? Can I write a letter or an essay stating why I have these grades? I do have a pretty good reason though. My father was diagnosed with stomach cancer and my mom got laid off. Soon, my dad quit because he needed to get treatment. So my parents are both unemployed right now. My sister and I have been working to support and help with whatever we can. I get out of school at 12 so I'm at work by 1. I get home around dinner time and then I can start on my homework. I've been exhausted for the past few months but seeing my dad go through the suffering and pain is what makes my eyes open and wanting to work in the morning. Do you think it'd be best if I just sent my grades or should I do something more? I don't want to ask another teacher for recommendation because I don't really get along with my teachers. Would it be okay if I asked my church pastor or a close adult to write my recommendation? In your opinion, what is your best thing to do when deferred? Thanks guys. I appreciate it.</p>
<p>“I was pretty sure I was gonna get in, so I slacked off this semester and I have 2 Cs right now. =[ I will try to bring that up to at least a B- if I can.”</p>
<p>First you admit that your grades were due to slacking off because you assumed that you would be accepted. Then, you end the post by saying that your grades were due to the fact that your father is sick and your mom is unemployed. </p>
<p>The only thing that I would suggest regarding your deferment is to send the school any updated grades that reflect an upward trend in GPA. The fact that you admitted that you have let your grades slip infers that sending an updated transcript will not do you much good. You could send a short well written letter stating your continued interest in the school. Be specific when explaining why you feel this particular school/program is a good fit for you. You could also send an additional letter of recommendation. </p>
<p>The best thing for you to do is to start falling in love with a safety school. Forget about the deferred school right now. You need to have a secure Plan B in place. </p>
<p>Good luck.</p>
<p>Start falling in love with the other schools on your list. Sorry to be negative. I hope it works out for you, but don’t get set on one school!</p>
<p>I disagree with NYSmile. You are going through a lot, your father is ill, both parents are unemployed, you are going to school AND working to help support your family…of course this would impact your grades…how could it not! You should absolutely send a letter of explanation and a letter from your pastor or guidance counselor to the school that deferred you. I really think that it DOES matter…best of luck to you.</p>