<p>I read last year that if one has not been rejected by the 3rd week of Jan, it is safe to assume that he will advance to finalist standing?</p>
<p>Is this still the case this year or has the system changed?</p>
<p>I believe that is the case. Chill out.</p>
<p>Go talk to your HS counselor. They should have received the official notification by now.</p>
<p>But if you haven’t been rejected, then yes, assume that you have advanced. Congrats!</p>
<p>I’d certainly say you’re a finalist. Congratulations!</p>