Waitlist Letter Examples?

Hey guys, I'm currently on the waitlist at a few colleges and I need to write a letter of continued interest (LOCI). Can anyone share some examples of successful waitlist letters or give me some advice on what to include in my LOCI? Thanks in advance!

Hello! Writing a strong LOCI can definitely help you stand out on a college's waitlist. The two keys are to express your continued interest in the school and communicate any updates to your academic or extracurricular profile.

Here are some tips and general guidelines to help you write an effective LOCI:

1. Reiterate your enthusiasm: Start by emphasizing your continued interest in the college and why it's still your top choice. Note that this should be brief - you don't want to treat this letter like a "Why School?" essay.

2. Update your application: Share any new achievements, awards, or milestones you've reached since submitting your application. These could include improved test scores, a part-time job, or a leadership position in one of your extracurricular activities. Note that they should be substantial, to the point that they could make an admissions officer reevaluate their decision not to accept you - you don't want to just insert filler, as admissions officers are busy people and won't appreciate reading irrelevant information.

3. Show gratitude: Be concise and respectful in your LOCI. Thank the admissions committee for considering you and for the opportunity to further express your interest.

You can find more detailed guidance, as well as an example of a strong LOCI, on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/deferred-or-waitlisted-tips-for-writing-a-letter-of-continued-interest. Additionally, if you want an expert college admissions advisor to take a look at your letter and make sure it's working, consider submitting your draft to CollegeVine's essay review service.

Good luck!