rock34 Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Hi, I've been wait listed at my top choice (X) a few months ago, but I haven't heard back since. Meanwhile, I was accepted into one of my preferred options (Y), but the funding is very limited. Y wants me to let them know by 3/31 (it is an international school and does not follow the 4/15 principle). In X's email regarding the wait list from a few months back, it mentioned to let X know if I want to withdraw my application in case if I hear from other schools; there was no mention of where I stood in the wait list even when I inquired further Should I email X, letting them know that I've received an acceptance but that X is still my top choice? Along with that, I'd like to ask if I could have a general timeline as to when they might know about my status since I need to make a decision earlier than the 4/15 deadline. Is this a wise move? If so, then could some of you help me phrase it? I'm having a hard time actually writing the email as I'm unsure if it might backfire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brl254 Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 Hi! I don't have an answer, but I had to write a similar email recently. I wanted to check back in with a wait list program in order to be able to plan travel at the beginning of April. I let them know that I understood they probably did not have any new information, but since they were my top choice and I would accept their offer, I wanted to check in before booking any tickets to visit other programs. I was not really looking for an answer at all but just wanted to get a sense of their vibe toward my position on the wait list. I figured if my email got ignored or their reply was short with no room for hope, my chances were getting slimmer. Fortunately, I received a quick response with glimmers of hope subtly woven in. I know they cannot make any kind of official reply or offer, but I am waiting another week or so to buy my plane tickets. I don't know if this helps. Unfortunately, their position and our position is completely dependent on how fast the first round candidates will notify them. I think the best you can do is see if they offer any kind of hope for getting off the wait list. Even then, it is a gamble to wait past your international school's deadline. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown_eyed_girl Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 (edited) I don't think asking could hurt, and it sounds like you will need to in this case. I would keep it simple and direct, and simply state what you have here - something along the lines of, "I am pleased to have been given a spot on the wait list, and your institution remains my top choice for graduate study. Since I have now been accepted at another program that requires notification by March 31, I was wondering whether you have any information about the status of my placement, and when I can expect to hear back? I appreciate any information you are able to give me at this time." Edited March 11, 2015 by brown_eyed_girl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heaven'sMaiden Posted March 12, 2015 Share Posted March 12, 2015 I asked the school and they told me that it was not ranked. Not hurt in trying if you are polite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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