<p>About 2 weeks ago, I realized that Georgetown has an undergraduate program in international health, the exact path that I want to take. Very few if any universities offer it, if any. I have the research experience in this field and very positive recommendations to back up my interest. I know that some may say not to consider applying past the deadline, but on their website they gave the contact info for someone in admissions who deals with late applications. I sent him an email immediately but he hasn't responded. I have called the admissions office numerous times, but I keep getting the same response: "We're just busy right now, expect a response soon..." and they always tell me that there shouldn't be a problem with getting an application. My question is two fold:
-What do you think about applying late as far as equal consideration with everyone else?
-Should I lose hope in being given the opportunity to apply because I haven't gotten a response in weeks, or should I just believe that they are busy and it is coming?</p>
<p>Send it in ASAP. If you don’t, then you will never know if they truly accept late applications. It might help if send in a supplementary letter explaining the lateness, apologizing, and offering additional contact to deal with your situation.</p>
<p>^^^Im not sure you understood where Im at now. This application is for Georgetown. They aren’t a common app school.
The forms are available for download online, but have been removed since the deadline.
There is contact info for someone to handle late applications in place of the forms
I emailed this person, doing all of the things you suggested
Still haven’t gotten a response
What should I do? Wait it out (are they busy enough to take weeks to apply to a late application email) ? Call admissions again?</p>
<p>I just sent a follow up email, but this guy doesnt seem too responsive. What do you guys think I should do?</p>
<p>Find someone else in admissions then, don’t waste too much time. I understand now. Definitely get a hold of someone who will field your call/email.</p>
<p>The only way you might work it out is by trying other contacts. I know this situation is uncomfortable, but try to focus on your goal and don’t worry too much about thoughts on your application for now. Move fast.</p>
<p>So move fast…when is too late? Is anyone familiar with Georgetown admissions that can point me to a contact? It is unfortunate that I found such a great school so late…</p>
<p>If you weren’t able to contact the person they indicated, you should try calling their office again and asking for a new contact information. That will certainly be the most effective way to solve this.</p>
<p>Thanks man, I appreciate your guidance</p>
<p>No problem, that’s why all of us are here: to help each other.</p>
<p>When all else fails…you need to connect with the Provost asap. Let him/her know about how you found the perfect school a little later than you wanted and despite the deadline, you want a chance to be part of next year’s incoming class. The Provost typically has all the deans report into this role as well as the VP of Enrollment. Which makes me also think that if you have tried the admissions reps and admission director, try the VP of Enrollment. If it were me and I knew I would definitely commit to the school if accepted and knowing that I am not getting any responses from admissions, I would go straight to the Provost. Make sure you do not mention how admissions has not responded to you in a negative way because admissions will find out about it and it many not benefit you. Instead, let the Provost know that you did indeed tried to connect with admissions but have not heard back and that you did not want to waste another single moment in pursuing a school that has the specific program you desire. Good luck. Never say never. Keep pursuing so you will not have any regrets in feeling you did not give it all.</p>
<p>I should have added that my cousin is a Provost of a University that I will not mention here. He has told me that on occasion he receives emails from prospective candidates and in a respectful fashion, alwyas responds. What happens is that he gets sort of invested and typically forwards the email to his VP of Enrollment with some comments. I have to say that the Provist comments weigh and influence quite a bit. SO, it doesn’t hurt to do so. Again, good luck.</p>
<p>Thanks for you suggestion silverpa. I actually got an email from the Dean today saying they will accept my application. I am so happy this turned out well!!!</p>