Calling the Dean, yes or no?

[hanahbanana]

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Is it a good idea to call up the Dean, and ask him a few questions about your application?

 

[TRUE]

I don't know if you can just call them up unless you have some sort of connection. I did have such a connection at one school and I actually met with a dean before applying at my dad's insistence. All I can say is that if you decide to do this, know what you're going to ask and make a postive impression. Don't go in there thinking that they will just talk and give you all the best advice without you asking questions.

Overall though, I wouldn't do it.

 

[UseUrHeadFred]

I'd write a letter. Not necessarily an "LOI" but something with additional questions. Maybe even just an e-mail.

 

[CeLo]

It depends on the school. One of the schools I applied to actually encourage people that are waitlisted to make an appointment to talk to the dean. I did it, and although I don't think the meeting was very informative, at least he knows who I am now and that I have a real interest in the school. If your school doesn't encourage that kind of thing, send a letter or email. It won't hurt you, and even if it doesn't help, at least you feel like you are doing something.

 

[TRUE]

For clarification purposes: are you on a waiting list or do you want to ask the dean some questions before even applying?

 

[patzan]

For clarification purposes: are you on a waiting list or do you want to ask the dean some questions before even applying?

Ditto.

Like most things, it probably depends on the school. I took my application into the Dean of my state school because it is encouraged and he has no vote on the AdCom. He gave good advice and encouragement. I don't know of any waitlisters who have gone in, but many schools also encourage reapplicants to meet with the Dean to help correct mistakes and sell themselves better before reapplying.

 

[hanahbanana]

I'm on the waitlist, I guess I'll just write a letter. Thanks for the advice 🙂

 

[voltron77]

I'm on the waitlist, I guess I'll just write a letter. Thanks for the advice 🙂

Hi hanahbanana. Where are you waitlisted? Good luck to you!