Where can I find a list of schools offering Early Decision II?

I'm trying to plan my college applications and want to know which schools have Early Decision II. Is there an updated list available somewhere, and are these options significantly different from the regular decision timeline?

Early Decision II (ED II) is a great strategic application option if you’ve improved your academic profile since the Early Decision I window or if you need some more time to strengthen your application.

In terms of your question regarding the timeline, ED II deadlines typically fall in January, whereas regular decision deadlines can span from January to March depending on the institution. It's important to note though, like Early Decision I, ED II is a binding admission process, meaning if accepted, you're expected to attend that institution and withdraw all other applications.

A wide variety of colleges offer the ED II option. However, there's no centralized directory that lists all colleges offering ED II. It's also important to remember that admissions policies can change from year to year. So the best step to finding accurate and updated data would be to visit each individual college's admission webpage or contact their admissions office directly.

But to give you a rough idea, some colleges that typically offer ED II include Bates College, Boston University, Bowdoin College, Brandeis University, Claremont McKenna College, Colby College, Emory University, New York University, Northwestern University, Pomona College, Swarthmore College, Tufts University, Tulane University, Vanderbilt University, and Wake Forest University among many others.

Remember the deadlines and requirements can and do vary from college to college. It's paramount to verify directly from the school or its official website to obtain the most trustworthy and current information.