Regular decision release dates for college applications?

As a high school junior, I'm already stressing about next year's application cycle. What should I expect for regular decision release dates for 2025?

Regular decision release dates for college applications can vary a lot by school, but most colleges release their decisions in late March or early April. Here's a rough timeline:

Mid-December to February: Some schools following the Rolling Admissions process may start releasing decisions during this period. These are usually less selective schools.

Mid-March: This tends to be a big time for colleges to release decisions, especially for more selective schools. Ivy League schools and other highly selective colleges typically release their decisions on what is known as "Ivy Day," which is generally the last Thursday of March.

Early April: Many other colleges release their decisions in early April if they haven't done so by the end of March.

Do note that these are general time frames and the exact dates can vary each year. Keep an eye on the specific colleges' websites or communications for the most accurate information. It's also helpful to track your applications through whatever application system the school uses (Common App, Coalition App, etc.) as they often update your admissions decision there.