I'm planning to apply regular decision to Penn State and I'm curious about when applicants typically hear back. I'm really anxious about the whole process, so any insight into when I might get an admission decision would be super helpful!
Penn State operates on rolling admissions for regular decision applications. This means the school begins reviewing applications as they come in and continues to admit students until the incoming class is full. Typically, after you've submitted your application, you can expect to receive an admissions decision within 4-6 weeks.
However, the timeframe can vary depending on when you submit your application and how many applications the school has to review. If you apply earlier in the cycle, you might hear back faster, and similarly, if you apply later, it may take a longer time. So try not to worry too much about it and ensure that you've submitted your very best application. Best of luck!
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