Receiving an early rejection from Yale can feel like a punch in the gut. Even if you hadn’t thought that getting in would be smooth sailing, you hoped that the hard work you’ve put in through high school would be recognized and honored with an acceptance.

Getting deferred from Yale hurts, there’s no sugarcoating it. You put in the effort, told your story, hit submit, and hoped for the best. And now? You’re stuck in the “maybe” zone. It’s confusing. It’s frustrating. And it’s okay to be disappointed. But remember! Yale didn’t shut the door. You’re still in the running, and that matters.

Yale is one of the most well-known, and well-respected, universities in the world. A member of the famed Ivy League, Yale brings together outstanding minds and nearly extensive resources to provide 6,700 undergraduate students with exceptional opportunities. Yale has a tight-knit community on its New Haven, CT campus, and 75% of undergraduate students (and 100% of first-years) live on campus. The acceptance rate is about 4%.