When do you usually find out if you've been accepted to college?

I'm just starting my college applications, and I'm curious about the timing. How long after applying do most colleges notify you of their decision? Is it different for early action or regular decision?

The exact timing for college admissions decisions will vary depending on the school and the type of application you have chosen - whether Regular Decision, Early Action, or Early Decision.

For Regular Decision, most students apply by a January deadline and typically hear back from the colleges by April. After which, accepted students have until May 1 (known as National College Decision Day) to commit to their college of choice.

Early Action and Early Decision applicants usually submit their applications by November. For Early Action, students can generally expect to hear back in mid-December. Early Decision notification usually comes around the same time, and if accepted, the student is committed to attending that school.

Remember, these are general trends and timelines can vary from college to college. It's a good idea to check the specific dates for each school you are applying to.