I'm a junior looking into college applications. I'm trying to organize my calendar and would love to know when Regular Decision Day usually is, especially for the 2024 admissions cycle. Does it differ by college?
You're absolutely right – the specific date can vary slightly depending on the school. However, most colleges tend to release their Regular Decision results around late March to early April.
For example, many Ivy League colleges have typically released their decisions on March 31. Other selective colleges often release decisions during the same week. Larger state schools may use a rolling admissions system where they review applications and release decisions as they go along, and thus, the decision day can be anytime between December and April.
While it's difficult to provide a precise date for every institution, a conservative estimate would be to expect to hear back from all your colleges by April 1. That’s often referred to as "Regular Decision Day."
Also, keep an eye on the admissions section of your prospective colleges' websites to look for any specific dates or updates. It's always a good idea to double-check the information from your shortlisted schools as some may have slightly different timelines.
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