If you just received disappointing news from the University of Pennsylvania (Penn), you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Early Decision applicants receive news of their deferral to the University of Pennsylvania (Penn)’s Regular Decision round. Luckily for you, there are some steps you can take to increase your chances of admission in the Regular Decision round.
All of the Ivy Leagues have marginal acceptance rates, and Penn is no different. Admissions accepted 5.8% of applicants to the class of 2027 and 5.4% of applicants to the class of 2028. Most Penn applicants will ultimately be denied admission, so rest assured you are in the majority if you did not receive an acceptance. Besides, it’s still an accomplishment to be deferred. Aaaand Penn accepted 10% of deferred applicants to the class of 2027, which means there’s still hope for you yet!
We know this is not the news you were hoping for, but remember: there is no one school, internship, or job that is going to lead you to success. That’s the great thing about life: we’re in the driver’s seat, and there are more roads available to us with every turn.
You may be racking your brain, wondering where it all went wrong. That’s where we come in. When you sign up for a Deferral Review, the experts at College Essay Advisors will review your application essays to help you understand the ways in which your application could’ve been stronger. The bad news is that, like Cher, we can’t turn back time and help you improve your essays before hitting submit months ago. The good news is that we can help you transform your writing in time to submit stellar applications to the remaining schools on your list.
We can also help you write a deferral letter that will have admissions officers kicking themselves, wondering why they didn’t admit you the first time around. Penn allows deferred applicants to submit one (just one!) update regarding their candidacy through the Penn Applicant Portal. Your personal CEA Advisor will help you draft a letter that succinctly updates admissions on your recent accomplishments and effectively reconfirms your interest in the institution (“If you accept me, I will attend!”). This letter needs to be concise and compelling in order to give you a leg up on your competition. We have been helping applicants draft powerful letters of continued interest for 20+ years and will steer you in the right direction.
So, what are you waiting for?! Get in touch to sign up for your University of Pennsylvania (Penn) Deferral Review, and the team at College Essay Advisors will help you get back on the right track.
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