When is it safe to let the other programs know that I'm not attending?

[wanthony86]

I've read that it's best to wait until you're holding the acceptance letter in your hands, but given how far away I am (Asia), only God knows how long that's going to take. I went ahead and filled out the online reply form to formally accept their offer. I also will be receiving a generous financial aid package, which further confirms that my acceptance is legit. What would you do if you were in my position? Wait till I receive the letter in who knows how many weeks or just notify the other schools?

[wtncffts]

Well, since you have multiple acceptances, it'd be 'safe' to notify , say, half of them, and keep a few just in case. To be honest, though, I don't see any real cause for worry. You've gotten an official acceptance, and you've responded. If you're thinking that there was some kind of gigantic mistake or that they're suddenly going to rescind their acceptance for no reason, it's highly unlikely. If for some reason they really wanted to rescind, they could still do it regardless of you holding the acceptance letter.

[wanthony86]

Well, since you have multiple acceptances, it'd be 'safe' to notify , say, half of them, and keep a few just in case. To be honest, though, I don't see any real cause for worry. You've gotten an official acceptance, and you've responded. If you're thinking that there was some kind of gigantic mistake or that they're suddenly going to rescind their acceptance for no reason, it's highly unlikely. If for some reason they really wanted to rescind, they could still do it regardless of you holding the acceptance letter.

Thank you for your reply. I think I'll take your advice and let half of them know.