Vassar Early Decision 2 Application Insights

I'm thinking of going for Vassar ED2. How does it compare to Regular Decision in terms of acceptance chances? Is there a strategic advantage to using the ED2 round for stronger candidates at Vassar?

Choosing to apply Early Decision (ED), whether it's ED1 or ED2, can potentially increase your chances at being accepted to your chosen school. This is because the ED applicant pool is often smaller, and colleges appreciate the commitment ED applicants are making to their institute, so this can help tip the scales in their favor.

Vassar is known to fill a good portion of their incoming class through their ED rounds and, while exact statistics can vary from year to year, the ED acceptance rates are generally higher than Regular Decision rates. Applying ED2 won't necessarily give you a strategic advantage over ED1, but it does provide an advantage over Regular Decision.

Keep in mind, however, that the choice to apply ED should not only be based on acceptance rates. You should be certain that Vassar is your top choice because, if accepted, you are generally expected to withdraw all other applications and commit to attending. Furthermore, you should ensure that Vassar is a financially feasible option, as ED admissions come with a binding agreement to attend if accepted and sufficient financial aid is offered.

So, in brief, if you are confident that Vassar is the right school for you, and you've looked into the financial implications, applying ED2 could be a strategically wise decision with a possible boost to your acceptance chances.