What can I expect on Northwestern's regular decision day for this year's admissions? I'm curious about the timeline on that day and how the notifications will be rolled out. Hoping someone who's been through it can share their experience!
Hello! Northwestern University typically releases its regular decision notifications around late March. While the exact date can fluctuate slightly from year to year, you can expect to hear back from them around this time.
On decision day, a wave of release notifications is typically sent out. They might do it in batches but there won't be a specific time that you can expect your decision, it could be at any point during that day. Applicants are usually notified via email that there's an update in their application portal, where the actual decision letter can be accessed.
It's also important to note that outcomes can vary: you might be accepted, denied, or waitlisted. If you're accepted, the acceptance letter will typically include details about any financial aid package if you applied for one. If you're placed on the waitlist, you'll generally need to confirm your interest in remaining on the waitlist and there will usually be a timeline provided about when any potential waitlist decisions will be made.
Remember, this can be an emotional time, and it's okay to feel a wide range of emotions. Regardless of the outcome, it's important to remember it doesn't reflect your worth or potential. Best of luck!
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