Waitlist strategy
Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 3:11 pm
I just received a waitlist letter that asked for a response noting "When is the latest we can notify you about a favorable decision?"
Is there any strategy behind which date you list? On the one hand, I want to be considered for admission as long as possible. However, if I list a later date I could possibly be passed over for someone who listed an earlier date. I know I'm probably over-analyzing the situation and that my LOCI and campus visit will be more important factors, but I'm curious for any input, especially from someone who was successfully admitted off a waitlist.
Is there any strategy behind which date you list? On the one hand, I want to be considered for admission as long as possible. However, if I list a later date I could possibly be passed over for someone who listed an earlier date. I know I'm probably over-analyzing the situation and that my LOCI and campus visit will be more important factors, but I'm curious for any input, especially from someone who was successfully admitted off a waitlist.