call the admin office. Some want an email, some want a short letter, some just require a phone call.
I would keep the letter brief(2-3 sentences). you can discuss reasons why over the phone if prompted but keep it brief. rejection letters are brief so no sense in making a long letter for declining an acceptance.
sentence 1:thanks
sentence 2:no thanks
One school was really great to me and I really wish I did not have to decline an acceptance there. I called and thanked someone in Admissions who was very helpful in the whole process. I thought a letter and no phone call was too impersonal for this situation.
D. Helix said:Anyone what to write in a withdrawal of an acceptance letter. (Proper protocol)
Write more than that. If you wish for human treatment during the entire process, treat them the same and write 'em more. Just remember to still keep it professional and not a letter to your sister.
I guess I feel a phone call is more personal for this matter. no need to rehash what you discussed on the phone.
Redneck said:Write more than that. If you wish for human treatment during the entire process, treat them the same and write 'em more. Just remember to still keep it professional and not a letter to your sister.
Anyone what to write in a withdrawal of an acceptance letter. (Proper protocol)
Here is an example of the letter that I have been sending:
February 23, 2006
Office of Admissions
School of Medicine
ABC University
900 Ellis Avenue
Somewhere, AA 11111-1234
To Whom It May Concern:
I would like to thank you for the offer of admission into the ABC University School of Medicine Class of 2010. I appreciate all the time and attention that ABC University has devoted to the consideration of application. The application and interview process at ABCU has been one of the most thorough and professional that I have experienced.
After careful deliberation, I must respectfully decline the offer for admission into the ABCU Medical School Class of 2010. While I believe strongly in the mission of your medical school and recognize the amazing medical education that your university offers, I do not believe that attending ABCU would match my current medical educational goals.
I have been very impressed with the admissions process at ABC University School of Medicine. I will continue to share my positive experience with other medical students. I would again like to thank you for all the time that was devoted to considering my application.
