<p>What are the chances if you have not been admitted as an Early Decision candidate but will receive a second review in the regular admissions?</p>
<p>I know it's nothing good, but is it normal or VERY slim?</p>
<p>That's what's known as a deferral. I can't speak for Boston University, but I will say that a deferral doesn't sound too promising. Try to convince the school that you really want to go there.</p>
<p>^ How do I do that? Call them or something?</p>
<p>usually people write a short (1 page or so) letter updating the school of your latest accomplishments - a significant increase in gpa, winning a prestigious prize, organizing a blood drive, stuff like that - and reminding them that they're your first choice. submitting an extra glowing recommendation might be a good idea as well. you can call them to ask their policy on these practices, but dont call expecting to talk to your admissions officer and begging her/him to let you in. and if you do send in such extra info, get it in soon so they have time to look at it. i remember i got my rd bu decision around march 20 last year.</p>
<p>also, i think they definitely review every deferred candidate in the rd round. if they weren't going to review you a second time, they'd have rejected you, not deferred you. so the chances of getting a second look are quite high, although the chances of actually getting in are lowish.</p>
<p>Thanks for your help!</p>