waitlisted for Grad-School
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Being waitlisted isn't bad, at least you were not rejected right away. Schools handle waitlists in different ways. You may just be put on a list behind whoever was waitlisted before you, and if enough people decline their acceptance you will get in. The school I am at reviews all the applicants on the waitlist and decides who in the group is most qualified if spots open up. You are not "in line." Now, if the school you applied to uses a method similar to this you can contact the admissions office and ask if there is anything you can add to your app that my help you get noticed like an extra letter of recommendation. It may be enough that you are calling and expressing extra interest in the program , and not just sitting back and waiting that can help. Fortunately, I didn't have to do this, but I don't think it will hurt you to call to check on the status or try to get noticed.
I hope this makes sense ... good luck.