I'm thinking about applying to UNCW for regular decision. Can someone let me know if there are any benefits to regular decision versus the other options like early action or early decision?
UNC Wilmington has a Regular Decision (RD) application deadline in early February. Before you make your decision to apply RD, it may be helpful to understand what each type of deadline means and what benefits each can offer.
Early Action (EA) is non-binding. You can apply to other colleges and you're not required to commit to the college until the standard decision deadline (May 1st). The benefit is that you'll receive your decision usually in mid-December, giving you more time to plan and consider your other options.
Regular Decision (RD) also provides a non-binding accept/decline option. By applying RD, you usually have more time to gather materials, improve upon areas of your application, and finalize college essays, as opposed to the often accelerated timeline of EA. You get the flexibility of carefully considering all your options and the full financial implications before making a decision.
Remember, each type of application process has its own specific deadline, so you should check the UNCW admissions website or contact the admissions office to verify the specific dates for each application type.
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