call both schools (the one you rejected and the waitlist) and see what they have to say
Anonymous
08/19/2024 16:45
Subject: Re:Waitlist movement
Waitlist movement at this point is unlikely, but call the school you turned down, explain that you think you made a mistake, and see if they might have space and take your child. It's a long shot, but you might as well ask- maybe you'll get lucky.
Anonymous
08/19/2024 16:40
Subject: Waitlist movement
Is there any hope for getting off the waitlist at this late stage? Regretting the spot we took at TJ and wish we had accepted an offer at a slightly less rigorous but more well rounded private. Still on the waitlist at another school and want to know if there is any late stage movement.