so i was waitlisted! any helpful suggestions?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Dartmouth College
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<p>that's right...BLU'S BACK. some people very kindly IMed my cell phone to let me know some of the things that were going on, but I can't believe that there are two pages of threads THAT I HAVE NOT REPLIED TO. Seriously, people...I'm going to be reading these threads until the early hours of the morning.</p>

<p>I had the most amazing time in Florida...and you know what? When I heard the word "waitlist" come out of my mom's mouth, up until that moment, I had totally forgotten that being waitlisted was a possibilty! Seriously, i was thinking that either I'd be rejected or accepted, and the waitlist slipped my mind. I'm not expecting to get in off the waitlist, of course - but I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to how I could turn it into an acceptance. PM it to me, if you like.</p>

<p>Otherwise, it's Tufts 09 for me, and i'm still thrilled!</p>

<p>Congrats to all who got in, and to those who did not, I don't even need to tell you that you'll be happy wherever you end up - you already know that!</p>

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<p>Congratulations on Tufts, blu!</p>

<p>From what I hear, the best thing to do is to communicate your deep interest to Dartmouth and that they're still your first choice. A letter would probably say it best. And, naturally, toss any new developments that would enhance your app their way.</p>

<p>But I'd say the best advice is talk to your college counselor and don't listen to CC putzes like me giving you advice :)</p>

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<p>I would do a couple things. 1) Try to have a teacher or someone write a recommendation 2) write them a letter and 3) call and talk to the admissions office expressing your interest.</p>

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<p>Sorry blu, but congrats on the other acceptances!</p>

<p>I also was waitlisted and will either go to UVA or William and Mary</p>

<p>I still want to go to Dartmouth but I don't know how much time I'll spend trying to sway adcoms as my chances are slim to none!</p>