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Common LOCI Mistakes That Kill Your Chances (With Real Examples)

December 29, 2025 No Comments

Quick Answer: The biggest mistakes in letters of continued interest include being too generic, repeating application content, failing to show genuine connection to the school, and missing critical updates. Effective loci examples demonstrate specific engagement with the university, meaningful achievements since applying, and authentic reasons for fit. I’ve seen thousands

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University of Chicago Acceptance Rate: 2025-2026

December 27, 2025 No Comments

Table of Contents Quick Answer: The acceptance rate at University of Chicago for the Class of 2028 hit a historic low of 4.48%, with only 1,955 students admitted from 43,612 applicants. While UChicago hasn’t released official data for the Class of 2029, experts predict the rate will remain at or

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University of Michigan Acceptance Rate: 2025-2026

December 27, 2025 No Comments

Quick Answer: The University of Michigan acceptance rate for fall 2025 is approximately 16% overall, with a dramatic difference between in-state (around 39-40%) and out-of-state applicants (around 15-18%). The University of Michigan Early Action acceptance rate typically runs around 22-26%, making Early Action one of the most important strategic decisions

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College Deferral Statistics 2025 (Data and What to Do Next)

December 16, 2025 No Comments

If your student was recently deferred, you’re not alone. With early applications at an all-time high, deferrals are becoming one of the most common outcomes of the 2025 admissions cycle, especially at highly selective colleges. It can feel confusing and discouraging to receive a “maybe” instead of a “yes,” and

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How to Write a Strong LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest)

December 12, 2025 No Comments

Table of Contents Quick Answer: Learning how to write a LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest) is essential after a deferral. Send your LOCI within 1-2 weeks of your deferral decision, keep it to 200-300 words, and include three key elements: reaffirm your genuine interest, share meaningful updates that strengthen your

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