Mail Services has just picked up half of the letters. They should have the other half loaded in their truck within the next ten minutes. From there, the letters will be sealed and metered (stamped) by machines in Mail Services. After that, they'll be put into the U.S. postal system.
I took plenty of pictures as the letters were being loaded...
I can't predict when your letter will arrive. After all, you probably know how the mail works in your area better than I.I've written this before, but I should repeat it. Waitlist and deny letters are sent in standard, #10 envelopes. Admit letters are in slightly larger envelopes, so you will probably know the news inside as soon as you see your mail.
Good luck, everyone! See you at 6 PM!
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I wonder if one of those has my name on it?
Dean J:
As a mom of a Class of 08 senior who didn't apply to UVA, I'd like to ask a quick question.
My daughter is well-rounded, both academically and activity-wise. She has been encouraged a number of times to apply to UVA and simply refuses to do so. The reason? She is scared of rejection.
We live in Northern Virginia, and the rumor continues to persist that you all only accept 30 percent of the Northern Virginians who apply to UVA.
I'm originally from Texas, where the state university system seems to have gone the other way--they're now accepting 94 percent of the class of 2012 from in state. The reason? They want the smart kids to attend their flagship schools. I understand that you want to keep UVA "exclusive," but isn't it a tad sad when the Old Dominion's Best and Brightest need to look elsewhere for college because the alleged "flagship" school discriminates against them?
Please say it ain't so!
And, PS, for those who might want to rant and rave about my daughter's qualifications: she has a 3.9 GPA, a 29 ACT score, is an athlete and yearbook editor, and is active in our community. She applied to seven colleges, and has been accepted by all seven. UVA material? I'd say so!
NOVA Mom
The rumors, as usual, are wrong, NOVA mom. The admit rate for Virginians last year was about 45% and though I'm in the middle of crunching numbers, I expect this year's number to drop slightly because of an increase in applications, but not dramatically.
The state only mandates that 2/3 of the student body be from Virginia. There are no other quotas, minimums, maximums, etc.
I don't encourage people to post personal info on this blog. If you want to talk about your daughter's personal situation, give us a call on Monday and we'll talk about her decision.
Dean J,
As the parent of an out of state student, I am wondering how many of the 18,500 applicants are from VA and how many are from out of state?
Let me add that the idea that we are "discriminating" against our own students is completely off the mark. I'm curious about the source of this idea and would be happy to contact them to let them know the truth.
We are a state school, first and foremost. The admit rate for Virginians is a good deal higher than the admit rate for non-Virginians. The comments from the students show that they understand this.
what happened to your "you cant tell by the envelope" theory?! you pushed that so hard and you obviously explained that there is a difference.
"The admit rate for Virginians is a good deal higher than the admit rate for non-Virginians."
Then I think you miswrote before when you said that "The admit rate for Virginians last year was about 45%"
Less than half? No, that can't be right..
I have done some research for those of you who are curious about when letters might arrive. Since letters left UVA's office fairly early today, most students in Virginia can confidently expect the arrival of their letters on Saturday afternoon. Everyone else may have to wait until Monday for letters, since the USPS isn't 100% efficient.
Personally, I'm just going to wait the extra day for my letter. We've all waited so long, another day can't hurt.
You will know at 6:00 p.m., today, if you applied online
Ellie, I quoted the Virginia offer rate for 2006 (45%). Here are the stats for 2007: The overall offer rate was about 35%. According to the official census, the rate for Virginians was 47% and the rate for non Virginians was 27%.
I am still working on numbers for 2008, but will post them when they are available.
Anon., I did apply online. But waiting less than a day extra for a letter rather than checking online isn't going to kill me. Instant gratification isn't everything.
Dean J,
Thank you so much for all your input during this stressful time. My child refuses to read any of these blogs as she feels there is nothing more she could have done to gain admittance to UVA. It is interesting, however, when she listens to all the info I pass on to her!
It's a bit tense here- her older brother was told by everyone at his school (counselors, principal, etc.) that he was a "shoe-in" at UVA many years ago, but he was wait-listed. Since then he graduated from an incredible college, has a fabulous job, and a great life. I guess what I'm trying to say is that life goes on. For everyone who doesn't get their desired decision- take a moment to grieve, and then get on with it. Remember, "If you don't get in to your first choice, then your second choice better become your first choice!" Good luck to everyone!
Thanks again Dean J- I am so impressed that such a busy admission person has taken the time to answer questions from students and parents. You and CavDog are the best!!!
Confused, this year, I have made it clear that there is a difference in envelopes. I believe I've posted about this a few times.
any other stats for us, dean j?
"And, PS, for those who might want to rant and rave about my daughter's qualifications: she has a 3.9 GPA, a 29 ACT score, is an athlete and yearbook editor, and is active in our community. She applied to seven colleges, and has been accepted by all seven. UVA material? I'd say so!"
No offense, but GPAs reach all the way up to 5.0. She seems to certainly be UVA material, but it's never good to assume that one is a shoo-in.
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