<p>I talked to admission office about my D's WL status. They said they didn't usually tell parents this, but---- daughter was close, would stand out on WL, would have been accepted last year. Also said they couldn't make any guarantee. Their tone was remarkably friendly, almost apologetic. Any admission people out there who could comment. We are afraid to read too much into this conversation, but it has gotten our hopes up for D.</p>
<p>what does that mean??
i dont know....</p>
<p>i couldnt even decipher the post fully</p>
<p>I am descibing what an admission officer said when I asked why my daughter was waitlisted. No reason was given. Instead the person replied as I describe above. Was he just being polite or should we be hopeful. Daughter is in multiple waitlist H---. We're just hoping an experienced admission person will comment. Many of you can relate.</p>
<p>The waitlist letter that one gets in the mail also sounds very polite, apologetic, and tells you how you were a fantastic candidate, but they had more applications than ever before, etc., etc. I would not read too much into the phonecall, nor be hopeful. Does she have any acceptances that she would be happy attending? Hopefully, the answer is yes. Send in the enrollment deposit, and speak positively of that school with her. My kids would rather have a rejection than a W/L. 2 years ago, my D chose not to be on a waitlist, fortunately had happy acceptances, and is thrilled where she is. This year, my S decided to say 'Yes' to a waitlist, because he wants to see how ****** those lists really are (his words). He is quite happy to go elsewhere. But every year, students find out as late as August, that they got into their waitlisted school. So, while there is a chance, it is better psychologically for her, to move on.</p>
<p>Maybe some waitlisted student will have some suggestions as far as sending in more "stuff", as far as recent achievements, G.C. letters etc.</p>
<p>chocoholic, Those were my thoughts already, but I admit that the phone call made us feel better. I really appreciate your input.</p>