Regular decision release dates - what to expect?

When do most schools release their regular decision results? I'm trying to plan my spring around it and any input on general patterns for notification dates would help. Does anyone have specific examples?

Release dates for regular decision results can vary quite a bit depending on the school, but there are some general patterns. Most universities send out their regular decision results in late March or early April. For example, Ivy League schools have an agreement to send out their decisions on the same date, which typically falls on the last Thursday of March.

However, this does not mean that all schools follow this exact timeline. Some may release decisions earlier, while others might do so later. It's school-dependent.

For example, in the past:

- The University of California system has typically released decisions by late March.

- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology usually does so around Pi Day, March 14.

- Stanford University has released decisions on April 1st.

It is important to note that these dates may still vary by a few days each year, so it's worthwhile to check each school's individual admissions webpage or reach out to their admissions office to get the most precise and reliable information.

Don't forget that once you receive the acceptance letters, there will usually be Admitted Student Days or Virtual Events to attend in April before making your final decision by May 1st, which is the universal decision deadline for most schools.

Good luck with your applications, and I hope you receive great news!