What to Do if You’re Deferred from Princeton

If you just received disappointing news from Princeton University, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Single-Choice Early Action applicants receive news of their deferral to Princeton University’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. 

1. Remember: There Is More Than One Pathway to Success

We know this is not the news you were hoping for, but it’s still an accomplishment to be deferred from Princeton (just think how many applicants were denied admission)! Moreover, 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.

2. Read Princeton’s Instructions for Deferred Applicants Carefully

If you submitted all of the required components of your application, which we’re sure you did, the admissions department has everything they need for consideration. That being said, if you have a significant update, you can add new information to your file through the applicant portal or by email to uaoffice@princeton.edu. Want to have the best shot at getting noticed? Read on…

3. Sign Up for a Deferral Review with College Essay Advisors

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. Your personal CEA Advisor will help you draft a letter that succinctly provides admissions with a significant update regarding your candidacy. If you’re not sure whether your update is considered significant, your personal Advisor will be able to offer helpful feedback. We have been advising deferred applicants 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 Princeton University Deferral Review, and the team at College Essay Advisors will help you get back on the right track.