Possible reason for deferral?

[lowell14]

<p>Hey all so by now everyone who applied EA has received their decisions back and I am seeing a lot of confusion from a lot about deferrals, including me.</p>

<p>I got deferred from both UMass Lowell and UMass Amherst to regular decision when my GPA is 3.4+, 1820 SAT (although I've retaken the exam and gotten a 1990), 2 APs, good class rank, and an incredible course load including courses at universities like UML. So does anyone have an idea why I got deferred? It may have to so with me applying into Engineering but with my courses and recommendations I thought I'd get in, maybe get in with my second choice major which I can't remember at the moment.</p>

[tiggrsbride]

<p>The deferrals and acceptances have been unusual this year. Engineering is a very competitive major. Make sure UMass has your improved SAT scores (Congrats! That is quite an improvement) and updates of your transcripts. Best of luck to you!</p>

[squeegis]

<p>Both UMass Amhert and UMass Lowell have gotten much more difficult to be accepted to. UMass Lowell Engineering is an extremely competitive program. UMass Amherst is also a difficult admit. You may want to try UMass Dartmouth or UMass Boston. Both are easier admits. Keep you head up. You were deferred not denied. You still have a chance.</p>