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I applied early action to UVA and am worried about getting deferred. Does anyone know how common it is for UVA to defer early action applicants?

I'm thinking about taking a gap year before starting university, but I'm not sure how the deferral process works. What's the typical procedure for deferring a university place, and are there any impor …

I'm currently working a seasonal job and thinking about picking up a second job. How do people usually handle juggling two roles, especially when one is seasonal? Any tips on finding a second gig that …

I'm trying to figure out the difference between getting deferred and rejected in early action applications. What do these outcomes mean for my chances later on, and how common are they?

I'm curious about deferring my admission to UCSB for a year to travel and work (assuming I get in of course). Does anyone know if UCSB allows deferrals and what their requirements are? Thanks for any …

I'm new to the college application process and was wondering, is it possible to get outright rejected from early action programs, or are applicants typically deferred to regular decision? Any advice o …

I'm thinking about deferring my admission to the University of Utah for a year to explore some other options. Does anyone know if that's allowed and if there's a specific process for doing this?

I'm considering deferring my admission for a year at the University at Buffalo. Does anyone know the process and requirements for deferring admission there? How common is it to defer at this universit …

I've been accepted to Salisbury University but might need to defer my start date. Does anyone know if this is allowed and what the process looks like? Would love to hear about any experiences!

If I get rejected from my Early Decision school, what's the best strategy for applying to my other top-choice schools? Do I need to adjust my application in any way?

I'm thinking about deferring my admission to the University of Arizona. What are the pros and cons of deferring, and how might it impact my scholarships and financial aid in the future?

I'm thinking of deferring my college start date, but I'm unsure of general deadlines. Do most schools have a similar timeline, or does it vary widely? Any advice on how to approach this?

I'm thinking about taking a gap year or two before heading to college. Is it possible to defer a university offer for two years, or is one year the maximum? How flexible are universities with this?

Can anyone share advice on how to effectively cold call for seasonal work positions? I'm looking to gain some work experience during the holidays and would appreciate any strategies or tips to make a …

I'm interested in doing seasonal work in a national park next summer. Has anyone done this? What should I know about the application process, daily life, and things to prepare for before applying?

I'm really interested in spending a summer working at Glacier National Park. Does anyone know the application process for getting seasonal work there? Any tips or things I should be aware of when appl …

I'm thinking about deferring my enrollment at Columbia University for a year. Has anyone gone through this process? I'm curious about deadlines and any necessary steps I need to take.

I'm updating my resume and I need to include my seasonal work experience. How should I list it to make it look professional and highlight the skills I gained? Any ideas on what might impress college a …

I'm planning to defer my university admission for a gap year. Could anyone guide me on how to write a formal letter for that? Any tips on what to include to make it effective would be awesome!

I'm considering accepting a university offer, but I'm not entirely sure if I can take a gap year after. Does anyone know if universities allow you to defer your offer after you've already accepted it?