Upenn deferred acceptance rate?

Hey everyone! I was recently deferred from UPenn, and I'm now really curious about the acceptance rate for those who got deferred. What are my chances of getting accepted in the regular decision round? I don't want to get my hopes up too much, but I also want to be prepared. Thanks!

Hey there! First, I understand that being deferred can be a bit disheartening, but don't lose hope. While specific acceptance rates for deferred applicants can vary from year to year and aren't published, it's important to know that deferred applicants will be reconsidered during the regular decision round alongside all the other regular decision applicants.

In general, acceptance rates for deferred applicants tend to be slightly lower than the overall regular decision acceptance rate. This is because deferred applicants demonstrated qualities that caught the admissions officers' attention during the early round, but the competition in the regular decision pool may be tougher. To give you an idea, UPenn's overall regular decision acceptance rate tends to hover around 6-8%. Your chances, as a deferred applicant, could be lower than this but bear in mind that this is just an approximation.

To maximize your chances of acceptance in the regular decision round, consider doing the following:

1. Send a letter of continued interest (LOCI) to UPenn, expressing your enthusiasm for the school and updating them on any new accomplishments or involvements since your initial application.

2. Keep your grades and extracurricular involvement strong throughout the rest of the school year.

3. Research and apply to other colleges so you have multiple options in case UPenn does not work out, and remember to submit any additional required materials by their deadlines.

Good luck and stay positive as you navigate the collegiate application process!