T14 Deferral: binding and non Forum

[Mr.Manager]

Does anyone know which of the t14 use binding deferrals and which don't? Particularly Penn or Mich if anyone has that info?

Thanks

[boosk]

I am interested in this as well

[calverna]

My deferral to Michigan is binding. Hope that helps.

[UVAhopeful]

Deferral as in asking to extend a year or two to enroll after you are accepted? If so, I think all are binding..

[Mal Reynolds]

I would imagine all of the schools have done both before. Depends on the school's class outlook, your reasons, and how generous they're feeling. Also I guess it would depend on how good your scores are. If you're above both 75ths it would probably be a little easier to get non-binding. I wouldn't count on either though. I would also guess that binding agreements are more common.

[Real Madrid]

Deferrals at Cal are binding.

[20130312]

I've never heard of a non-binding deferral. Pretty sure all schools require you to sign a contract when you defer. That's kinda the point of a deferred acceptance.

[R1chardParker]

You can apply upfront for deferred admission at Michigan- the details are on the website. You defer for a year and then start with the next summer start class. I applied this year under deferred admission and it was non-binding (in the sense that you had till the Spring to put in your deposit, so it was like normal admissions). Still received a scholarship from Michigan when everyone else did and decided to go to another T-14 for more $$.

[bobbyh1919]

UVA is binding. I would imagine they all are, as it would be rare for a school that high to essentially admit you for multiple years without any guarantee that it would be worth it for them.