Waitlisted? You’re not alone—and you’re not out of the game… but you’re not in it either.

In this episode, Peg is joined by CAP expert Dan “Lasso” Bisig to break down one of the most confusing parts of the college admissions process: the waitlist. What does it actually mean? How do colleges use it? And what should families be doing right now if their student is stuck in limbo?

They cover:

• Why colleges rely on waitlists (and why it’s not about you)
• What students should do immediately after being waitlisted
• The reality of getting off the waitlist—including tight decision timelines
• How financial aid works (or doesn’t) in waitlist situations
• Why you must have a backup plan before May 1
• The mindset shift every family needs to avoid unnecessary stress

Plus, a real-life story of getting “the call” from a dream school—and what families should be ready for if it happens.

🎧 This week’s intro song: Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen—a high-energy classic to get you fired up.

Bottom line: Treat a waitlist like a “maybe,” plan like it’s a “no,” and move forward with confidence.

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