<p>I really thought I had a good chance of getting in. I have good GPA and SAT score. I'm even URM, deaf, and in-state. People who read my essays liked them. My rank, however, isn't considered because I transferred from a bad public high school to a more academically rigorous school. I believe I have good ECs that show my passion in science. But, I got a waitlist letter. I'm so confused and angry because UVa is one of my first choices. I saw some people getting accepted with lower stats (no offense). I don't understand why UVa wouldn't accept me.</p>
<p>Anyway, I accepted my spot on the waitlist. I wrote a very short email saying that UVa is still my first choice. I also asked, was there any question when my application was read or anything the committee would like to see? While I'm waiting for a response, I recently wrote a letter explaining that UVa is my first choice and will help me achieve my aspirations. </p>
<p>Is there anything else I need to do? Should I email or write a letter about my recent accomplishments? Should I get a letter of recommendation from my boss when I worked at the hospital? Will good final grades help?</p>
<p>It's hard to tell, hairypotty. I'm guessing that you're hispanic, because admissions tends to only give a boost to blacks and (i'm assuming) native americans. The best you can do at this point is to keep in contact with the admissions office with letters, emails, etc. If you don't ultimately get in, and you still want to attend UVA in the future, it's not particularly difficult to transfer in.</p>
<p>Sometimes things go wrong. For example, my roommate's brother got a likely letter from UVA, got into UC Berkeley from Virginia, and ended up getting waitlisted here. Maybe investigating a little further into the nature of your rejection with the admissions office when things die down will help you understand.</p>
<p>HairyPotty: yea, would rather go to W & M than UVA. Also, is there a slight chance your application was incomplete? I really can't find any other reason for them not to have accepted you, URM or no URM.</p>
<p>How many recommendations does UVa require? I sent two recommendations: My counselor's and my English teacher's (although I want to major in Psychology).</p>
<p>For a variety of reasons, you don't need a recommendation from a teacher who taught you in the discipline you intend to major in. Any teacher who taught you in a legitimate academic discipline is fine - although I'd recommend one humanities/social sciences and one math/science.</p>
<p>What did you get on your SATs? The middle 50% SAT average for the 2010 incoming class rose dramatically this year from 1420 to 1490. (I guess it also had alot to do with the new SAT)</p>
<p>Well, you should definitely write the admissions office a letter that UVA is still your first choice. Realistically, it is still pretty tough to get off the waiting list. They usually have 1000+ accept a spot on the waiting list and only extend offers of admissions to about 50-80 people.</p>
<p>Is it a bad idea to write 2 different waitlist follow-up letters? One can be about how the school will help me achieve my aspirations. It's very specific. I listed organizations, advising, and other academic opportunities. I then explained how they help me reach my career goals. Another letter can be about my recent accomplishments, how they are related to my goals, and how the school is perfect fit in one paragraph. Will this make me look desperate?</p>
<p>Well cavalier302, hairypotty is Black so I guess you should stop assuming and generalizing about Uva giving African Americans (and Indians) a boost in admissions; unless you know the SAT scores, g.p.a, extracurricular activities/community service of EVERY African American (or any miniority) student.</p>
<p>I'm not generalizing about anything, micky. Why don't you look at some of the data I posted? The advantages given are clear. To argue otherwise is foolish. Obviously, there are outliers, but across the entire population of applicants, certain portions see higher acceptance rates and lower average stats.</p>
<p>HP: Do not write 2 letters. Write one complete and consise letter outlining why UVa remains your first choice and telling admissions that if you are offered a spot in the class you will take it. Mention any truly significant honors or achievements or work since you last wrote and then hope for the best. Call admissions to follow up and start thinkning about your 2d choice. If you show an interest I'm told they may put your app ahead of someone else's but realize it's a long shot. Good luck and know that there are many places where you can fulfill your dreams.</p>