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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]talk to her honestly, as a (soon to be) adult.

- sorry this happened. 
- I think we should revisit all acceptances
- these are great options
- but this is not a prison sentence. 
a. you could pick best option with the plan of transferring - that would mean planning a full summer (not just senior summer goof off) and researching transfer options. (I bet she'd get into Vandy as a transfer). you end up loving where you are and not applying, so much the better
b. [b]you could take a gap year and reapply. that would mean taking a good look at your application and list. rewriting essays. and planning a meaningful year. [/b]
c. you could look at what's open now. some UK schools will open in clearing that are quite good.

I bet she'll end up picking one of her good options, but make it a choice. college is a huge investment. nobody should feel pushed in.[/quote]

Do not do this. She will be in the same boat and get rejected all over again next year when compared to a new group with similar profiles.

Take another (or first) visit to at the places she got in, ask her to see where she could see herself for the next four years and move forward.

My son was rejected from 6-7 schools at the top of his list.  He had a great experience where he ended up. Graduated, good job, and I don’t think six years later he gives one thought to those rejections any more.

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