I missed the ED I deadline for Johns Hopkins. Should I go for ED II instead? How does it affect my probability of being accepted compared to RD, and how binding is it?
Sure, applying Early Decision II (ED II) to Johns Hopkins could be a beneficial strategy if Johns Hopkins is your top choice.
ED II, like ED I, is binding, meaning if you're accepted, you are committed to attending, provided your financial aid package is manageable. You'll need to withdraw all other college applications. The only acceptable reason to back out of an ED agreement is if the financial aid package is insufficient, and you've made every effort to resolve this with the college.
When it comes to acceptance rates, though specific statistics for Johns Hopkins ED II aren't publicly available, there's generally a higher acceptance rate for ED compared to Regular Decision (RD). This doesn't mean it's easier to get in – the ED pool can be more competitive – but it does imply a statistical advantage.
Applying ED II shows a high level of interest in the school, which can be positive for your application. The college is assured that you will attend if accepted, which can be beneficial for their yield rate, a metric that colleges care about.
It should be noted that the financial aid packages of ED applicants might be less generous than those of RD applicants, as the school knows that ED applicants have committed to attending if accepted. Before applying ED II, it's wise to use the net price calculator on the Johns Hopkins website to get an estimate of your expected family contribution.
Choose ED II if you are certain that Johns Hopkins is your first choice, and you are ready to commit if admitted.
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