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optometry97

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Hello!

Does anyone have any advice on what to do when you are waitlisted for a program? Can I ask what number I am on the waitlist, when I'd know by, etc., do they answer that? Does anyone have experience writing a letter of intent? Thank you!
 
I know some people who are now choosing where they want to begin this Fall because of COVID-19 (and where hot spots are located in the US), so I think some schools may be going through their own lists sooner/faster than anticipated.

But I've also heard of some people who get offered admissions a week before orientation!