College Waitlist Explained: What It Means, Your Chances & What to Do Before May 1
Waitlisted? You’re not alone—and you’re not out of the game… but you’re not in it either.
In this episode, Peg is joined by CAP expert Dan “Lasso” Bisig to break down one of the most confusing parts of the college admissions process: the waitlist. What does it actually mean? How do colleges use it? And what should families be doing right now if their student is stuck in limbo?
They cover:
Why colleges rely on waitlists (and why it’s not about you)
What students should do immediately after being waitlisted
The reality of getting off the waitlist—including tight decision timelines
How financial…
The skinny
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