Some colleges have released admissions decisions already. We are rooting for you to get accepted to your favorite colleges! At the same time, a part of your maturation process is learning to deal with deferrals or rejections. How can you responsibly approach these decisions as a student or parent?
Rick Clark, Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Georgia Tech, wrote a beautiful piece on this very topic. Clark does a great job providing beneficial and practical tips for prospective families through his free blog and free podcast. Read his article on deferrals and rejections here: Handling Admissions Decisions - A Coach's Guide.
Finally, take a deep breath, smile, and remember that great news is still ahead for you!