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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DC is a junior at TJ. Came off the WL.  It is usually 50 kids.  For class of 2020, they took the whole waitlist and the class was still underenrolled. My understanding is that is not the case every year through and 2020 was an anomaly.  But the TJ waitlist is not a college waitlist with a 1000 people on it and they take 12 thing. It’s a real shot.  Probably better than 50-50.  Especially considering not everyone will stay on the WL.

BTW, once DC was admitted, they have done as well at TJ as any other kid. Solidly middle of the class and very active in non-STEM activities.

Having BTDT, here is my advice. If your kid really wants it, accept the WL slot and hold on because they have a good shot any you don’t want them asking what if?   I know it’s been a long road. 9-10 months by the time WL decisions come out.  And very hard to end MS with HS unsettled. It was a tough three months in our house, but very worth it.

If your kid doesn’t really want it, let it go. Release the WL spot and help your kid start to focus on where they are going to HS.   TJ is a lot of sacrifice for the whole family— the kid, the parents, even siblings.  I just isn’t worth it if your kid is begging to go.  I have a base school kid who is thriving and succeeding too.  There is life beyond TJ. I can’t imagine either kid anywhere but where they ended up.

That’s all I got. Good luck to the WL and congrats to the class of 2023.

That’s all [/quote]

I have heard the same about the class of 2020, a friend's DD got off the wait list that year.  But there is a rumor that FX waitlistees are somewhat favored.  Not proof of it, but was told when DC was waitlisted for the class of 2021, that the chance is not great for a Loudoun kid.  Never pushed for more info on that.  DC didn't get off the WL and is now thriving in a different environment.

TJ is a great option, but just know that a good hearted, hardworking, and smart kid can find happiness elsewhere.  Good luck.[/quote]

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