Can someone confirm the application deadline for Northwestern's regular decision? I want to make sure all my materials are in on time. Also, any last-minute application tips?
The regular decision application deadline for Northwestern University is January 2. Remember to actually submit your application a few days before the deadline. Website traffic can make the system slower or unresponsive close to the deadline and you don't want to miss it because of a technical issue.
As for some last-minute application tips:
- Start by rereading and revising your application essays. Make sure you are answering the prompt fully and providing specific examples to support your points. For Northwestern, make sure you've done justice to their ‘Why Northwestern?’ essay prompt, subtly displaying your knowledge of the university and demonstrating a strong fit.
- You'll want to avoid commonly written-about themes, such as sports victories or how moving to a new school changed your perspectives, unless you can provide a unique spin on them.
- Check your application for any errors. This includes typos, grammatical errors, or factual errors about Northwestern. You can use tools like Grammarly but also have someone else read your essays for an additional proofread.
- Cross-verify the details of your extracurricular activities. Make sure that your descriptions are accurate and convey both the nature of the activity and your role effectively.
- If you are applying for financial aid, ensure that all the required documents are submitted and forms are fully completed.
Good luck with your application!
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