Is the first seat deposit binding? Forum

[as stars burn]

The first half of my seat deposit is due at Chicago-Kent April 15th. I'm currently on 6 waitlists and would definitely like to try to wait some of them out for as long as I can (or at least until my second seat deposit is due in June). I'd be more than happy at Chicago-Kent if the other schools don't work out...but can I still withdraw if I get off a waitlist after I put down my first deposit? I've looked around on TLS and have found some answers, but it's not entirely clear to me. TIA!

[starsong]

Unless the school states it's binding, it's not. But look carefully at the forms, paperwork, admissions letter, etc.

[eberl032]

Most schools dont make the first one binding, but you will only be partially refunded if you withdraw