Could use some advice in understanding if you can get an early indication of acceptance at Washington university for athletes. My child is a junior right now, with 4.5+ weighted gpa and 34 act. Has some top academic d1’s looking, but think wash u would be better fit. Don’t want to go all the way up to deadline only to get a deferral on Ed. Some other d3’s seem to have slots, so you have clarity early. How does Wash U work?
Has your child contacted the coach yet? My son (at a different D3 school) started contacting the coach February of junior year. As a track person, he was asked by several schools to email every 2 weeks with updates. Initially he sent an athletic resume and transcripts as well as newspaper articles. He was given several early reads and then got overnights by October of senior year.
And I should add that contacting the coach might give you an idea of spots. They will tell you what they are looking for and if they are interested. Although my son was not the fastest, the coaches loved his determination and how committed he was. He definitely moved up the ladder by showing strong interest. Good luck!