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I received a hefty scholarship from a mid-tier school which I like, but I am on 4 WLs at top schools which I would rather attend. The school giving me the scholarship wants me to CTE on May 1st, not giving me much of a chance getting off of WLs. Can I ask for an expedited decision on a waitlist? How would I do that? Also, what if I withdraw my other A's but CTE and still stay on WLs? AMCAS told me that schools do not have access to see if any of their students are on other school's WLs.
You don't ask for an expedited decision. They have no reason to give you on. And it's less simple than just a decision. It's a waitlist for a reason - they preferred others to you, but can you see potentially matriculating depending on how everything works out.
Having an acceptance to a mid-tier school also does not give you any leverage, nor does the scholarship.
What is your reasoning for wanting to attend a "higher ranked" school when you're receiving a "hefty" scholarship otherwise? Generally, one should attend the cheaper school within reason.