<p>If you have been accepted before your letter comes?</p>
<p>It depends on the school. I was able to find out when I got in to my university, but it was only three days before I got my packet.</p>
<p>You might be able to access the online portal. For example, when you log in it might say Congratulations. You are now a …. You could possibly be able to pay your deposit as well. </p>
<p>This ruins the excitement though.</p>
<p>Sometimes your financial aid information comes before the acceptance packet. Some colleges will disclose your admissions decision over the phone if you have to pick between two colleges and there is a time sensitive aspect.</p>
<p>Thanks everyone:)</p>