Most Common Deadlines for Regular Decision Applications?

As I'm planning out my application calendar, I'm wondering when most colleges have their regular decision deadlines. Are there any common dates I should be aware of, or does it vary a lot between schools?

Most colleges set their regular decision application deadlines in early January. However, the specific dates can vary a bit from school to school.

Typically, the deadlines fall on either January 1st or January 15th, but some schools might set their deadlines in late December or early February. Quite a few colleges also have regular decision deadlines on January 2nd or January 5th.

For example, for schools like the University of Chicago, the deadline is January 6th, Johns Hopkins University deadline is January 2nd, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is January 15th. On the other hand, colleges like Stanford University have it set for January 5th as their regular decision deadline.

Again, these dates can vary, so it's important to check the specific deadlines for each school you're interested in. To ensure you have enough time to put together a strong application, I recommend that you begin the application process well in advance of these dates. Also, remember to factor in time for your recommenders to write their letters, and for you to proofread your applications. Good luck with your college applications!