I know early decision is binding, but I'm a little confused about regular decision. Can I still choose between schools if I apply regular decision, or am I locked in once accepted?
Regular decision is not binding. This application process gives you the flexibility to apply to multiple colleges and make a decision after receiving all admission offers. Many students opt to apply through regular decision so they can compare financial aid offers, academic programs, campus culture, location, and other key factors before making their final choice by the May 1st National College Decision Day.
It's important to know that Regular Decision results do come out later than Early Decision results, usually in March, so you won't have a ton of time to weigh your options. Doing some thinking ahead, about how you weight the various schools on your list against each other, can be wise, so that you don't end up making your choice all at the last minute.
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