MIT deferral letter

Hey everyone! I'm planning to apply to MIT Early Action, but I'm worried that I might get deferred. If anyone has been deferred from MIT, could you please share some tips on crafting a strong deferral letter? It would be great to have an idea of how to convince the admissions committee if I end up in that situation. Thanks in advance!

Hey there! A strong deferral letter will update the admissions committee with any new achievements and clarify your continued interest in the school. Here are some tips to help you create a solid deferral letter:

1. Reflect enthusiasm and genuine interest: Clearly express your continued dedication to attending MIT, and provide details on specific programs, clubs, or opportunities that excite you. Make sure the admissions committee knows that MIT remains your top choice.

2. Highlight new accomplishments and updates: Share any new achievements, awards, or extracurricular involvements since submitting your application. These could include improved grades, additional coursework, research projects, or other activities that showcase your growth and dedication to your academic and extracurricular pursuits. Make sure these additions are substantive, as you don’t want to waste the admissions committee’s time by repeating information already contained in your main application.

3. Explain or clarify any uncertainties: If there was a part of your application that you believe may have led to your deferral, take the time to address or clarify it succinctly. For instance, if your first semester senior year grades dropped due to a personal circumstance, explain the situation and how you have managed or overcome it since then.

4. Keep it concise: The admissions officers are busy, so aim to keep your letter to around a page. Make sure every sentence counts and contributes to your main message.

5. Be respectful and gracious: Thank the admissions officers for their time and consideration, and make sure to follow any guidelines provided by MIT for deferred applicants.

Of course, being deferred doesn’t have to be the end of your journey. Students do get accepted in the Regular Decision round after being deferred, so keep your hopes up. Be sincere and specific in your deferral letter, and it might just be the key to convincing the admissions committee that you're a perfect fit for MIT. And finally, if you want more detailed advice on how to craft a strong deferral letter, you can find exactly that on CollegeVine’s blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/deferred-or-waitlisted-tips-for-writing-a-letter-of-continued-interest.

Good luck, and fingers crossed you’re simply accepted to MIT directly and don’t even need to bother with a deferral letter!