You poured your heart and soul into crafting the strongest college applications — and then you took time to breathe. Now, Ivy Day is near, and the anticipation builds yet again. The clock seems to tick a little louder as the Ivy League schools — Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Brown, Cornell, Dartmouth, UPenn, and Columbia — all prepare to announce their admissions decisions.
As an admissions expert, I observe this roller coaster of emotions every year. It’s my privilege to support students who earn admission to these or other top schools.
Either way, the whirlwind of emotions you feel now will soon give way to clarity. Here’s what you should do next if you’ve been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted.
Accepted
You don’t need me to remind you to celebrate. But make sure you hug the family and friends cheering for you; do it with gratitude and grace. Reach out to teachers, counselors, mentors, and friends who contributed in any way. Share…