Early Decision rejection, deferral, and next steps—what to do when your top-choice college says no.

In this episode of College Coffee Talk, Andy & Pearl Lockwood break down what happens when you don’t get into your Early Decision school and how to recover quickly. Learn how to pivot your college list, improve your Regular Decision odds, and avoid the panic that traps most families.

Topics include:
✔ What rejection or deferral really means (and doesn’t)
✔ How to adjust your college list strategically after ED
✔ Why “ED2” might not be the magic fix
✔ How to update essays and supplements fast
✔ The mindset shift that keeps families moving forward

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