I'm curious about when colleges usually send out their 2025 regular decision notifications. I know it's still a bit early, but it’d be super helpful to know for planning purposes. Does it vary a lot between schools?
Yes, notification dates for regular decision applicants can vary a lot between different schools. However, most schools send out their notifications in mid to late March. For example, Ivy League schools have traditionally released their decisions on "Ivy Day," which is typically the last Thursday of March. Other highly selective schools such as Stanford University, University of Chicago, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, also tend to release their decisions around the same timeframe.
That said, some schools, especially less selective ones or those with rolling admissions, may notify students as applications are processed, which could be as early as February or even sooner.
These dates can change from year to year, and can also be affected by the volume of applications a school receives. I would recommend checking the admissions webpage of each college you applied to for the most accurate information.
Keep your email handy as that's the usual mode of communication for admission decisions. Good luck with your applications!
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