When Do College Admissions Results Come Out?

Could anyone tell me when colleges typically start sending out admission decision letters?

While the exact timing of college admission decisions can vary by institution, generally, you can expect to hear back from colleges in the latter part of March or in early April if you have applied through Regular Decision. This timeline primarily applies to colleges and universities in the United States that adhere to the common application timeline.

If you've applied through Early Action (EA) or Early Decision (ED) programs, however, you can expect your decisions to come out much earlier, often times in mid-December. For institutions that have a Rolling Admissions process, the decision can come anytime, usually a few weeks after the application is submitted.

Ultimately, it's best to check directly with each college's admissions office or website for their specific decision release dates. Some universities have established traditions for release dates (for instance, some top-tier schools have historically released decisions on Ivy Day, which is usually the last Thursday in March). But remember, these dates can change from year to year.

Remember also to check your email consistently, as well as the application portal provided by the colleges. Decision notifications are primarily done through these digital methods now, rather than postal mail.