Is it bad that if I start a college application and decide not to go anymore?

Applying to College
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<p>Okay guys, so here's the story:</p>

<p>I started my application for Georgetown in November/December. I submitted my personal data form, sent in my SAT scores, and had my interview.
I didn't go back to my Georgetown application for a while since I was busy completing my Common App applications with earlier deadlines.
I realized that since Georgetown isn't on Common App and doesn't sync with my school system; I have to give out hard copies to my teachers and guidance counselor to fill out. Honestly, I don't want to go through all the hectic process again, especially since it took me a long time to hunt down my teacher to upload her rec. I also don't feel that Georgetown is my dream school anymore.</p>

<p>So guys, this may be a stupid question but: Is it bad that I started the college application and not finish it? Is this normal? Do other people do this? Are other colleges going to see this? (I'm guessing not, but I just want to make sure)</p>

<p>I don't care about the loss of money or "waste of time" because I learned quite a lot from my interview.
I just feel so bad. Will Georgetown hate me for this?</p>

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<p>As a courtesy, send the admissions office a note telling them that you’re withdrawing your application.</p>

<p>And they’re too busy this time of year to spend time “hating” you! :)</p>

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<p>Lots of people start applications and don’t finish them. Some schools will follow up to mention that it’s incomplete. Others won’t. If you are really worried, just drop a note withdrawing your application. But in truth, they are so busy right now, they won’t notice or care.</p>

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<p>jc: you’ve the wrong perspective. In one sense, it’s a business relationship. They asked you to apply. You accepted. Now you’ve changed your mind. No foul. They won’t cry either.</p>

<p>It’s like taking something to the checkout line but then handing it over to the checkout person saying “I’m sorry but I no longer want to buy this”. that’s all it is</p>

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<p>Thanks guys!! I feel a lot better now. I’m going to e-mail the admissions office later :)</p>

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<p>Should I just say “I wish to withdraw my application from Georgetown. Sorry for any inconvenience.”?</p>

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<p>Actually, I’d say “thank you” instead of “sorry.” You have nothing to apologize for. (And you’re saving them the trouble of reading another application! :D)</p>

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<p>Haha thats true, thanks for the advice!</p>

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<p>By the way, just so you know, sending that email may not stop the automated emails from the school reminding you that your application is incomplete. Sometimes it takes a while for your withdrawal to be registered in their system . . . and, from time to time, it falls through the cracks completely. So, if you keep getting emails for a while, don’t worry about it - it’s not personal.</p>