Dear Ted,

I am sorry to have to share some disappointing news about your early decision application to Cornell. I regret that we are unable to offer you admission to the university. I know that this is not the decision you were hoping for, but please understand that we gave your application very careful consideration. This is a final decision; we will not be moving your application into our regular decision applicant pool.

This electronic message is not your official notification. You should be receiving an official letter from us in the mail shortly. In the meantime, I wish you the best. I am certain that you will make a fine contribution wherever you matriculate in the coming year.

Sincerely,

Jason Locke
Director
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Cornell University

=*(...i have no regrets.