I'm planning to apply to college in 2025 and am trying to put together a timeline. Does anyone know when regular decision dates are set for that year?
In the world of college admissions, Regular Decision deadlines most commonly fall around January 1 to January 15. However, some colleges may have slightly earlier or later deadlines, typically no earlier than December 15 and no later than February 1. It's always prudent to check the exact date for each college you're interested in because each institution can set its deadline.
As for the decision release, notifications are generally sent out in late March to early April. Again, the exact dates can vary by institution, so you'll want to verify those as well. Do note that if you're on a waitlist or if you've been deferred from Early Action/Early Decision, your decision can come after the regular decision date.
Just make sure to keep a handy calendar or schedule to plot out all these crucial dates. Working ahead and meeting these deadlines well in advance will take a lot of stress off your plate. Good luck with your applications!
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