Waiting is the hardest part.

May 1, the global College Decision Day, will be here before we know it, so now is a great time to address the Lake Erie College Wait List - what it means, and tips on how you can make sure you're not on it for long.

First, let's make one thing clear - being on the wait list does not mean that you have been denied for Admission - so don't give up! It simply means that, although we have all your required materials for your application for admission, we want to learn a little bit more about you before we make a final decision on your application, and would like some additional information from you.

In most cases, you may be a bit borderline for our minimum admissions requirements, so we're waiting to see updated ACT or SAT results or to see how your doing academically your senior year.

If you find yourself on the wait list, here are some quick tips to make the wait not so long:

1. Re-take your ACT or SAT
If you scored below a 20 in any section of your ACT or below a 450 on any section of your SAT, it won't hurt to take it again. Even if you achieve just a few extra points, it could result in you being accepted for admission, and could score you some scholarship money!

2. Be heard
Did you get really, really sick your Junior year, causing your grades to slip? Or maybe in freshman year your future plans didn't include college - and even though beginning sophomore year they did, your GPA hasn't fully recovered. Take time to write a personal statement to explain any hiccups in your admissions materials. A little honestly will go a long way.

3. Keep us busy
Send us your mid-term report card, another letter of recommendation or an award you just won at school. Any time you send something, your application will be re-evaluated.

Remember, you can always contact your Admissions Counselor to discuss your application status. Help us make you a member of the Storm!