<p>I applied ED to Brown University this year, and I was deferred. :( While I'm incredibly glad that I wasn't outright rejected, I'm still a bit upset about it. I wasn't really expecting to get in, as Brown is a ridiculously competitive school, but a part of me hoped that I might.</p>
<p>Anyway, since I found out I was deferred, I've been googling what to do now, but I've seen a lot of contradicting answers. Basically, my question is "What do I do now that I'm deferred from Brown?" By that I mean, what can I send to Brown to hopefully increase my chances? I know my chances will still be slim, but is there anything I should or should not send them between now and March? I know I should send my midyear report and that I should let them know they're still my number one choice, but what else? </p>
<p>When should I contact them? Should I contact them now, or should I wait a bit? How major does the achievement have to be that it would be worthy of telling Brown about it? Also, I love creative writing, but I didn't submit any for my ED application (I don't really know why). Would it be okay to submit it now? </p>
<p>If anyone has the answers to any of my questions, please let me know! It would be so appreciated, and I'll try to help you with your questions as well! Best of luck everyone! :)</p>
<p>at least you didnt get rejected like i did. it was my top choice school and now idk what to do.</p>
<p>@Ivy12375 this may not make you feel better, but it’s okay! there are so many other amazing schools besides Brown. there are seven other ivy leagues if you’re looking to get into an ivy league. and i know wesleyan has an open curriculum if that’s what you like about Brown. i’m sure you’ll get in somewhere else that’s fantastic too :)</p>
<p>dude, it happens to many people, it’s not the end of the world (even though it may feel like it). getting deferred means they just aren’t sure about you and want to use the RD pool to think more about your decision. work hard this semester and talk to your college counselor and see what they can do to help if you have one at your school.</p>
<p>thanks @moonman676!</p>
<p>I was rejected Brown ED last year. Now I’m studying at McGill, and I’m kind of glad that I’m not in Providence, but in Montreal.</p>
<p>What I mean is, really, it might be better for you in the end when you look back. Don’t be too dejected. If you really want to go to Brown, then send in supplementary material (if they allow). If you feel all right about going to other colleges, go for RD.</p>
<p>Best of luck.</p>
<p>Brown deferred 2000 of the 2900 early applicants, according to the Daily Beast.
I think once you send a letter saying they are still your first choice, creative writing supplement and your grade updates, it’s time to regroup as if the deferral was a rejection.</p>
<p>siliconvalleymom
Can you please post the link regards that news – 2000 of 2900</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>[College</a> Early Admission Is Tougher Than Ever - The Daily Beast](<a href=“College Early Admission Is Tougher Than Ever”>College Early Admission Is Tougher Than Ever)</p>
<p>It is very difficult for students who apply to ives. Crap shoot, to say the least.</p>
<p>You can have another person or your GC send in an additional letter of recommendation and/or update them on your achievements if it’s something like winning a national award (or maybe even state level - depends on what it is. You’d have to give me an example). But many students who were deferred end up getting accepted so just keep hope but don’t get into the mindset that it’s all or nothing and Brown is the ONLY school you can see yourself going to. Keep your options open 
I’m sure with all you have already accomplished you will get into a great school and do awesome things in your life!</p>
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