When do colleges typically release decisions for regular decision applicants? I'm curious about the timing so I can be prepared mentally for each notification period.
Regular decision notification dates can fluctuate from year to year, depending on factors such as the number of applications a college receives and its admissions schedule. However, most colleges and universities tend to send out regular decision notifications around late March to early April.
Here are some examples:
- Ivy League colleges tend to release their decisions all on the same day, typically late March. This day is often referred to as "Ivy Day".
- Other highly selective colleges may release theirs a bit earlier, around mid-March.
- State universities often operate on rolling admission, where they release decisions as they make them, usually starting in February and continuing into April.
Remember, these are general frames of reference, so be sure to check the specific dates for each school you've applied to, either on their official website or by contacting their admissions office.
It's understandable that waiting for decisions can be stressful. Try to keep yourself occupied and plan for multiple outcomes. It's okay to be hopeful, but remember that college admissions can be unpredictable! Good luck, and may your March and April be filled with good news!
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