Submitting Application Past Deadline?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Stanford University
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<p>This will sound really, really stupid, but I will ask anyway...</p>

<p>I have previously thought (incorrectly, of course) that the application deadline for Stanford regular action is January 1st. Now I am not one who do would finish things ahead of time. In fact, had the deadline been truly Jan 1st, I would probably be working on the last pieces of my application on December 31st. Imagine my horror, then, when a few days ago I discovered that Stanford's deadline is in fact December 15th. To my even greater horror, I found out upon calling the admissions office that it is closed for the holidays. Now I am at a complete loss for what to do. Should I still apply? Will they even consider this late application?</p>

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<p>Um, i'm gonna go with a no. I mean, stanford has enough applications from qualified people who have turned it in on time. and you already admitted that you are a huge procrastinator so stanford would probably not be the best fit for you anyway. if you were really interested in going to stanford, you would have known the deadline by heart. it seems that you just applied, or were going to apply, b/c it's stanford. anyway, there's no use in applying. might as well dedicate yourself into getting into schools who's deadline hasn't passed.</p>

<p>hate to sound harsh, but it seems like you really don't care that much to get into stanford other than for its prestige.</p>

<p>good luck with everything else though</p>

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<p>This is rather embarassing. I know a lot about Stanford and have various reasons for wanting to go. I simply missed one detail...that being the application deadline. Perhaps there is a chance that Stanford is not so strict regarding this deadline and that my simple oversight of one fact will warrant forgiveness?</p>

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<p>i wouldn't bet on it, but if i find something out i'll let you know.</p>

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<p>The admissions office is closed for the holidays until January 3, so logistically it makes no difference to them whether you had it in by December 15 or January 3. They could still refuse to accept it on principle, though.</p>

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<p>hm. attach a HEARTFELT essay w/ it (as cover letter even) and send in the paper app. </p>

<p>best bet, i think</p>

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<p>dualityim,</p>

<p>No need to panick. You can see apply online with the Hurrican relief extension(check it when you apply online) but it would be nice if you attached a note. The office is closed until Jan 3, so make sure to get in in before then! Good luck!</p>

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<p>Can I make use of that option even though I was not affected by the Hurricanes?</p>

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<p>you will be lying, and probably do not live in that region.</p>

<p>no worries though, a stanford rep will surely see through it</p>

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<p>Well it's not like I have a choice. If I apply online now, the only option on the form available is Regular Action (Hurricane Extension).</p>

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<p>I mean use that option and write a note of explanation. If you really like Stanford, give it your best shot!</p>

<p>Besides, I doubt any Ad com will see what method you choose to apply. And they dont even start reading until Feb.</p>

<p>Its either this option or no chance for Stanford at all. You have pretty good stats, dont miss the chance.</p>

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<p>If you write a note, then there’s no point checking the Hurricane Extension Relief.</p>

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<p>Try anyways. An application sent express mail on the 22nd won't get there that much later than an application sent regular on the 15th. They don't start reviewing apps until 2006 anyways, so it seems foolish for them to reject your application and application fee just for principles.</p>

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<p>You won't be allowed to submit your app onlineunless you check off Hurricane Extension.</p>

<p>You could do the paper app though, but that complicates things</p>

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<p>I think I'll apply online, taking advantage of the hurricane extension, then send a letter along with my recommendations and school reports about how I am just checking that option out of necessity, and do not qualify for it. Then I guess I'll hope for the best.</p>

<p>Oh and agrophobic, how did you know my stats? I thought I never posted anything aside from my SAT scores here, lol. Guess I do not remember everything I posted...</p>

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<p>I'm not appyling to Stanford so take this advice with a grain of salt, but I think I would apply by mail if I was you. Using the hurricane extension, even if you're going to explain it, is pretty deceptive.</p>

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<p>It's worth a shot I guess, but to tell you the truth, I don't think they will accept it. Ivy League schools and other top universities like Stanford have TONS of qualified applicants. They are basically looking for something to count against you (not high enough GPA, not enough ECs, etc) because everyone has amazing stats. If you apply late and don't have anything AMAZING (like curing cancer), that's something they can count against you right off the bat. I hate to say this, but a deadline is a deadline...what would happen if they got a couple late applications every year that they decided to just look over anyways? If others found out, more people might start seeing it as a "suggested" deadline. Please do let us know what they say though...I'm interested to find out.</p>

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<p>Dualism, are you sure you want to apply to Stanford after being accepted to Harvard?</p>

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<p>i've actually heard they are pretty chill about stuff like this... just send in a paper app and write a letter... the worst that can happen is ur out 50$</p>

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<p>Actually, if they reject his application, they probably can't take his $50 since they're not going to review it.</p>