This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
It can take a few weeks to a few months to hear back for a college admissions decision, depending on the type of application you submitted. Early applicants — such as early decision or early action — will generally hear back in December while regular decision applicants will receive their admission decision in April.
Hang in there—you'll know soon enough! Colleges that accept you will usually notify you of your acceptance between mid-March and mid-April, either through an email or as an update on your college application portal.
How to write an admissions acceptance letter Prepare the header. Begin the letter with an official header that includes the student's full name and address. Confirm the candidate's admission. Share congratulations. Explain how to accept. Include optional details. Encourage them to accept.
There's also a little bit of variation in how decisions are conveyed: you can expect many colleges to send acceptance letters by email or online portal, though some will still send a formal letter in your mailbox, too.
It can take a few weeks to a few months to hear back for a college admissions decision, depending on the type of application you submitted. Early applicants — such as early decision or early action — will generally hear back in December while regular decision applicants will receive their admission decision in April.
How do I know if I've been accepted to college? Hang in there—you'll know soon enough! Colleges that accept you will usually notify you of your acceptance between mid-March and mid-April, either through an email or as an update on your college application portal.
When do you apply for college? College application typeAdmission decision Early decision Mid-December Early action Mid-December to February Regular decision March to early April Rolling admissions 4 to 6 weeks after submission
The timing of decision emails depends on the specific college and their admissions process. Some colleges may send out all decisions (acceptances, rejections, and waitlists) simultaneously, while others might send them out in separate batches.
Log Into the College's Student Portal You likely set up an applicant portal with a school once you submitted your application. You can often accept admission within the portal.
How To Write a Letter of Intent Address the letter to the dean or director of admissions. Introduce yourself and get straight to the point. Explain why the school is your top choice and why you would be a good fit. Update them on any recent accomplishments that might not be in their file. Cleanly close the letter.