Congratulations! This is a huge deal. You put in the work, and it worked out—the ideal end to the arduous application process and the years of hard work you did before it.
If you're holding acceptances for more than one school, that’s amazing—and you have a decision to make. The deadline for holding three schools is April 15th. The deadline for holding one is April 30th. (You can still accept any late waitlist offers before matriculation; you have five business days to respond to those acceptance offers.) So, who will you say yes to?
In this series, we’ll prompt you on how to do some more digging before you decide. (If you got into only one school and therefore are going there, still do this because it will prepare you for attending that school.) Check back daily for insights.
Before Accepting an Offer
Schools will have accepted student materials ready for you. Don't rely on their info alone. Delve deeper into available opportunities and affiliations, investigate campus life and the area surrounding the school, and talk to current students about the coursework, student-run clinics, and what they love and hate about the program. (Current students are more likely to talk to you now because you're basically one of the crew.) If you didn't connect with a current student during your interview season, etc., ask the admissions office if they can hook you up with someone.