Does Being Waitlisted Mean My Child Was Not a Strong Candidate?

No, being waitlisted actually means your child was a strong candidate. It means the school liked their application but didn’t have enough spots available. Many top schools get more applications than they can accept, so they place some qualified students on a waitlist. This allows them to fill openings if accepted students decide to go elsewhere. It’s not a rejection—it’s more like a “maybe.” Your child still has a chance of getting in. If the school didn’t think they were a good fit, they would have been rejected instead. Staying on the waitlist and showing continued interest can help improve their chances of getting admitted if a spot opens up.