I'm trying to figure out if certain colleges have rolling admissions, because I'd prefer applying to schools that review applications as they come in. How can I find out their admissions policies on this?
You can determine if a college or university follows a rolling admissions policy by visiting its Admissions page on the institution's official website. Usually, the information about their specific admissions policies, including whether they operate a rolling admissions process, is clearly stated in this section.
If the information is not immediately apparent, you can navigate to the 'deadlines' or 'important dates' area. In case of rolling admissions, you should find language indicating that applications are reviewed as they are received and decisions are released on an ongoing basis.
Be aware that some institutions may have a 'preferred' or 'priority' deadline, after which they will continue to accept applications until all spots are filled.
Also, keep in mind that even though a school follows rolling admissions, there might still be hard deadlines for financial aid and scholarships, which are generally separate from the admission process and might need to be met in order for you to be eligible.
If you're unable to find this information on the school's website or if it's unclear, don't hesitate to contact the Admissions Office directly. They'll be able to provide you with the most accurate information.
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