What to know about Bryn Mawr ED2 acceptance?

I've been looking into Bryn Mawr College and am considering Early Decision 2. Does anyone have experience with this? Particularly curious about when acceptance letters are usually sent and how binding the commitment is.

Applying Early Decision is a binding commitment, which means that if you're accepted, you must enroll unless the financial aid package is insufficient. Since you're considering applying ED2 to Bryn Mawr, you'll have to really be sure it's your top choice, especially because withdrawing from the ED agreement without a legitimate reason can have potentially serious consequences.

The acceptance letters for Early Decision round 2 are typically sent out in mid-February—usually around Valentine’s Day. Once you receive your acceptance and associated financial aid package (if applicable) you would usually have until about March 1 to accept the school’s offer. However, these dates can change from year to year, so it's always a good idea to confirm these dates by checking Bryn Mawr's admissions website or getting in touch with the Admissions Office directly.

Remember, if your financial situation significantly changes after applying ED (for example, a parent loses a job), colleges will typically work with you to reassess your financial aid package. However, it's essential that you're able to realistically afford attending Bryn Mawr before you apply ED. Use the school's net price calculator to get a rough estimate of the financial aid you might receive.

Lastly, keep in mind that Bryn Mawr, like many colleges, has an increased acceptance rate for students who apply early decision. This is not to say that the decision should be made lightly for the sake of improving acceptance odds. The binding nature of the commitment means that you should only apply ED if you're confident Bryn Mawr is your top choice.