Can someone explain Northwestern's regular decision process?

I'm applying to Northwestern University and I'm a bit confused about the regular decision timeline. What are the important deadlines I should be aware of, and when can I expect to hear back if I apply regular decision?

Sure, I can shed some light on Northwestern University's regular decision process. The application deadline for regular decision at Northwestern is January 2. This is the date by which your completed application - the Common Application or Coalition Application, your essays (optional), letters of recommendation, and other required materials - needs to be submitted.

After the deadline, the admissions committee will start reading and discussing applications. During this time, they may reach out to you if they need any additional information.

The notification of your decision will typically be in March. Northwestern sends out all regular decision notifications at the same time. If you apply for financial aid, you'll also receive your financial aid package details around the time you receive your admissions decision. It's important to remember that these timelines might vary slightly from year to year, so it's a good idea to check Northwestern's admissions website for the most up-to-date information.

Upon receiving your decision, if accepted, you will have until May 1, also known as National College Decision Day, to accept your offer of admission. This usually involves submitting a deposit to secure your place in the incoming class.

Hope this helps, and best of luck on your application journey!