Kdawg8 wrote:
I remember seeing a thread about how one should go about asking for an extension on the deposit due date but I can't seem to find it. Also when is the right time to do so? I just got the letter from my one admit school and it says they want the deposit by March 20th. But one of the decisions I am waiting on, my top choice, won't come out until the end of the month. Do I call now or wait a week or two and ask for an extension?
Yeah, your circumstances are different than mine. It's definately a tricky situation. You don't want to rub your back-up school the wrong way while you wait for your 1st choice.
If you live somewhat close maybe you can say you are planning to visit campus in the coming weeks to buy yourself some time? I think even if you tell them you want to see what else transpires at the end of March with other schools and re-iterate your interest in the school you should be fine. This is what I would do. I think usually the schools can see through what you're doing (I'm sure other students have tried to buy time before)and I think being completely honest is the way to go. The worst case scenario will be that they will say no. I doubt they will pull back the offer. Just my two cents.
Tough situation, I know. All the best and good luck!