How to turn down acceptance in this situation?

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Hello,
I want to turn down an acceptance that has its fee/decision deadline for me later this week. This school doesn't seem to use a portal system where I can opt to withdraw my application. Is it rude for me to just let the fee/decision deadline pass without sending an email? If I send an email, what should I say? Thanks

 

[Starbuxian]

Just be 'matter of fact' in your email and say that you regretably need to decline their offer. That's a lot better than just letting the deadline pass, IMHO.

 

[Goro]

Just be 'matter of fact' in your email and say that you regretably need to decline their offer. That's a lot better than just letting the deadline pass, IMHO.

This 1000%.

 

[GoSpursGo]

Agree with above, brief email as a courtesy. It can be 2 sentences long

 

[AlbinoHawk DO]

Hello,
I want to turn down an acceptance that has its fee/decision deadline for me later this week. This school doesn't seem to use a portal system where I can opt to withdraw my application. Is it rude for me to just let the fee/decision deadline pass without sending an email? If I send an email, what should I say? Thanks

Dear School,

I'm honored to have been selected for your class of 2028. However, I have already accepted an offer from another College of Osteopathic Medicine. I look forward to working alongside your graduates as colleagues in the future.

Best,

Xbeeman