Acceptance rates: Early Action vs. Regular Decision at LMU

Is there a big difference in acceptance rates between early action and regular decision at Loyola Marymount University? I'm considering applying early and want to understand my chances better. Would love any stats or personal experiences!

While the exact statistics might differ each year, it's generally observed that applying Early Action (EA) can somewhat increase your chances of acceptance compared to Regular Decision (RD). As an EA applicant, you're demonstrating enthusiasm for a particular institution, and colleges value this demonstrated interest.

However, Loyola Marymount University may not have a significantly higher acceptance rate for EA compared to RD. This is because EA applicants tend to be stronger in general - they are often students who have put more thought into their application and have been preparing it for longer, and this can influence acceptance rates for EA.

This being said, applying early action won't necessarily increase your chances substantially if your academic and extracurricular profile doesn't match what LMU is looking for. Their acceptance rate can fluctuate and it depends on the overall applicant pool in any given admissions cycle. The most important thing is to ensure your application is as strong as it can be - whether you apply early action or regular decision.

It's also beneficial to mention that LMU's application for Early Action is non-binding, so even if you apply EA and get accepted, you're not obliged to enroll and can still apply to other colleges. This provides you with the flexibility you might need throughout the remainder of your application process.