Does Denison University offer Early Decision 2?

I'm really interested in applying to Denison University and heard about something called Early Decision 2. Can anyone confirm if Denison has an ED2 option and how it might affect my application?

Yes, Denison University does indeed offer an Early Decision 2 (ED2) admission round. The ED2 deadline typically falls in early January.

By choosing ED2, you're making a binding commitment to attend Denison if admitted, much like the regular Early Decision (ED1) round. The difference is the timing. ED2 allows more time for students to decide which school is their top choice. It's a great option if you've come to consider Denison as your top choice after the ED1 deadlines of many schools have already passed.

Admissions rates for ED1 and ED2 tend to be higher than for Regular Decision because colleges like accepting students who have expressed such a strong interest in attending. While these admission rate stats aren't published, it's a common pattern seen at many colleges. However, you should only use ED2 if you are 100% sure about wanting to attend Denison, given the binding nature of Early Decision.

Remember to use Denison's net price calculator to estimate your financial aid award and ensure Denison is affordable for you before applying for ED2. If Denison is your top choice and the net price calculator indicates that Denison will be affordable, applying ED2 could be a great choice.