<p>I haven't been on the UChicago forum for months now. Ever since my parents said that they might not be able to pay for UChicago, I stopped looking at this institution and set my sights on another school. And, well, the rejection letter came today. But you know what?</p>
<p>I'm ecstatic.</p>
<p>Okay, I'm still kind of shocked and mortified at being slapped in the face by my ED university, but surprisingly, I'm more relieved than sorrowful. </p>
<p>Why? Because I told my parents that I wouldn't apply to UChicago, since it might be a strain on our family (and really, the school isn't that great with financial aid, or so I've been informed). And they were indignant, saying that I had to apply, that there could be a chance I could go here. </p>
<p>So I'm starting my application next weekend (after finals). I can't wait. </p>
<p>I don't know why I wanted to post this; maybe it's post-rejection trauma. Or maybe, as I am reading the posts here, I am feeling so glad that I have a chance to apply here. Maybe I'll get denied admission, but hey - UChicago's worth the try.</p>
<p>Congrats to the accepted (any of you guys wanna read my essays after I'm done with them?), and good luck to the deferred. For the rejected - you will be fine.</p>