Generally, waiting lists are not ranked, but, in some cases, the school does rank students. A wait list and a deferral are the same thing. When a student is deferred, the school usually needs more information to make a decision. ... Being put on a wait list means that someone is not a good fit for the school.

How often do Waitlisted get accepted?

Of all the students who accepted a position on the waitlist at these colleges, 20 percent were accepted. However, of the students who accepted a waitlist position at the most selective colleges (those admitting less than 50% of applicants), only 7 percent were admitted.

Is it good to be waitlisted?

Getting on a college waitlist means that an applicant has all the necessary qualifications, but that the admissions office could not offer them acceptance at the time. Getting on a waitlist does not mean you should give up hope. Waitlisted students still have a chance at earning admission into the school.