I'm considering switching my application from Regular Decision to Early Decision on the Common App. Is it possible to make this change after submitting it, or is it too late? I'd love advice on how to approach this if it's an option.
Switching your application from Regular Decision (RD) to Early Decision (ED) after submission, while possible, will depend on the policies set by the specific colleges to which you're applying. This is because the process of changing your decision plan isn't standardized across all universities or managed through the Common App.
Generally, universities will accept a change of decision plan if the ED deadline hasn't passed. However, to change your application to ED, you'll need to send an email to the university's admissions office stating your intention. It's best to clearly explain your reasons for this change and affirm your commitment to attend the school if accepted under ED.
If the deadline has passed, it's less likely that you'll be able to change your decision plan — universities use these deadlines to manage their application review processes. In this case, you may need to plan for the RD admissions timeline.
Again, these are general trends and the specific policies may vary significantly between schools.
Best of luck with your applications!
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