Hey guys, I know this might vary from one college to another, but on average, when do most college applications generally close? Like, when's the typical 'last chance' to get your application in?
Hello! Generally, most regular decision college applications are due on January 1 or January 15 of the year you plan to attend college. That’s for most private schools and some public schools. However, some large public university systems like the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) have earlier deadlines. The UC and CSU systems close their application period on November 30.
There are also a few schools with regular decision deadlines that fall later in January or even in early February. Moreover, several schools use what's called "rolling admissions," where applications are reviewed as they're submitted until all spots in the incoming class have been filled.
It's important to check the specific deadlines for all the colleges you're interested in, as they can vary and may change from year to year. In addition, remember that it's a good idea to submit your application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues or server overloads which can sometimes happen. Hope this helps!
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