It's really hard not to take a denial personally, but it is not personal. Denials happen for many reasons including budgeting issues, space issues….it's a numbers game. In life, there are times where you will not get what you want and there are times where you are shown a different direction. That being said, denials aren’t easy, and it's important to protect your mental health. Tune in to this episode as Elizabeth and Chris discuss what to do if you get denied, including key considerations for moving forward.
3 important things to consider if you are denied:
- Maybe it wasn’t your dream school. Take a couple of days to process it and dig deep. Maybe this wasn’t the right fit socially or academically. In hindsight, this might become an important pivot in your life leading you toward a better future.
- What NOT to do if you are denied. Do not call the admissions office to complain or appeal the decision. Remember that there are real people behind the admissions office who have been fielding calls all day. Appeals are rare, if they even happen at all.
- If it is your dream school, consider transferring there in the future. Call an admissions officer and politely inquire about this process. It is essential to make sure that the school you will go to before transferring to your dream school is accredited. If it is not accredited, your credits won’t transfer and you may not be able to transfer at all.
The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, I’m here to share my 25 years of higher education experience, with 10 years of direct college admissions experience, with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
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The Admissions Club Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things college admissions, complete with a nostalgic 80s playlist and Gen X vibes. It’s hard to believe that we’ve traded in scrunchies and Bruce Springsteen posters for walking our kids through the college admissions process! But, we are here to share our experience in higher education and direct college admissions with you and your student so you don’t have to walk it alone.
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