Do I have to decline other college offers?

Technically, you do not have to officially decline a college acceptance. If you ignore a college acceptance letter, admissions will consider that the same as a rejection. However, it's more respectful to decline.

Is it OK to accept multiple college offers?

Double depositing means putting down a deposit, and thus accepting admission, at more than one college. Since a student can't attend multiple colleges, it is considered unethical.

Do you have to tell other colleges I'm not going there?

Now, we know what you may be thinking: “Do I really have to tell colleges that I'm not going?”. While you don't necessarily have to, it's good practice (and it helps other students too!).

What happens if you accept a college offer but don't go?

Most college acceptances have a kind of “expiration date” to them. For example, if you do not formally commit to attending the school by submitting a deposit, then your acceptance will be canceled for the year in which you applied. Schools will also rescind any financial aid packages they offered you.

Can colleges find out if you double deposit?

Colleges and universities do check, and they do and will rescind admissions offers if they get wind of double depositing.

College Admissions: Inside the Decision Room

Can I accept two UC offers?

You may accept admission to one campus only.

You may not transfer your SIR from one campus to another after it's been submitted.

Can you change colleges after deposit?

Most schools require students to pay a deposit when they accept an offer of admission. This deposit is non-refundable, so you will lose it if you decide to attend a different school. Second, you should contact the second school as soon as possible and let them know that you are interested in attending.

What happens if I commit to a college and then change my mind?

If you don't ever want to attend that college or university but have paid the deposit to accept the offer of admission and secure your position in the entering class, you can notify the school of your decision. You will forfeit (lose) your deposit.

Can I commit to two colleges?

Double depositing is when a student places an enrollment deposit at more than one school. Reasons can include indecision about which college to attend or being waitlisted at a more desirable college. “Since a student can enroll and study at only one college, it is unethical to deposit at two colleges,” says Aziz.

Can I change my mind after accepting a college offer?

Talk to admissions and let them know why you're withdrawing your acceptance. In some cases, like a family emergency, they may be able to offer you a better option that you may not have previously considered. Be prepared to forfeit your deposit.

How do you politely decline an admission offer?

State Your Decision: Clearly and politely communicate your decision to decline the offer. You can say something like, "After careful consideration, I've decided to accept an offer from another institution that aligns more closely with my academic and financial needs."

Do colleges talk to each other about admissions?

For the most part, the answer to this question is: no. College admissions officers don't have secret meetings to gossip about which of the incoming freshmen applied to their schools.

Can you accept a scholarship and then decline?

If you accept a scholarship to a certain college but ultimately decide not to attend that college, you typically need to inform the scholarship provider or the college's financial aid office as soon as possible.

Should I accept two offers?

Getting multiple job offers is a nice problem to have, but you can only accept one. You should also remove yourself from the selection processes of other employers once you have accepted an offer. If all the offers are in and on the table then you can weigh up which would suit you best.

Can a university reject you after acceptance?

Colleges do have the right to revoke an admission offer. This contingency is often written into the acceptance letter. Colleges take their admissions decisions seriously, though, and they try to avoid revoking acceptances at all costs.

How many colleges should you apply too?

In general, most students apply to between 8 and 12 colleges. This is a good range to aim for, provided that the applications you submit represent a broad variety of colleges. Ideally, you want to apply to at least two safety, four target, and two reach schools.

Is it normal to apply to multiple colleges at once?

Most experts recommend you apply to a couple of reach schools, several schools you feel are a great match for you academically and otherwise and a couple of safety schools.

Will a college accept you twice?

The short answer is, yes! You can reapply to the vast majority of colleges; however, it's often not your best option.

What date do you have to commit to a college?

But exactly when is Decision Day for prospective students? Traditionally, applicants must commit to a college by May 1.

Can colleges accidentally accept you?

If a college/university accidentally accepts you, are they required to let you attend if you wish? No, they aren't. If a college/university discovers that the admissions offer was made by mistake, they will rescind the offer.

What if I change my mind after early decision?

With the exception of the rare student who successfully wiggles out of their Early Decision commitment because their family's financial circumstances have demonstrably changed, students admitted under a school's Early Decision policy may not apply to other schools after learning of their admission.

Can a college reverse a rejection?

While it's extremely rare for a college to overturn its decision, you may recommend that rejected students write a letter of appeal explaining why they deserve to be reconsidered. This action will give students the peace of mind of knowing that they have done everything possible to make a strong case.

Is committing to a college binding?

Early decision applications typically require the signature of the student, parent and counselor verifying the commitment. The agreement is not legally binding, so a college would not go after a student for tuition. But depending on the school, there can be consequences if a student doesn't accept an offer.

How do you commit to a college after being accepted?

When you've decided where to attend college, you can accept admission through your applicant profile or by following the steps provided by the school to formally accept its offer. You may have to pay an enrollment deposit when you accept the offer of admission.

Can you decide on a college after May 1?

1. Double-check Deadlines. Although many colleges and universities adhere to May 1 as the final date for students to make their decision, this deadline can vary by school. Read your acceptance letter carefully and note the specific dates the school requires to confirm your decision and submit a deposit.