I submitted my application to American University a few days ago and just realized I made a typo. Does anyone know if it's possible to make edits after submission, or is it too late?
While it's natural to worry about a mistake, once you've submitted your application to American University, it's generally not possible to edit it. That's largely because the application goes directly into their processing queue. Most colleges, including American University, have this type of policy in place, likely to keep the application process equal and fair for all.
However, if you feel the typo drastically impacts the understanding of your application, you can try reaching out to the admissions office. You can send a brief, polite email noting the error and providing the corrected information. Just remember, admissions officers read countless applications and understand that mistakes happen.
If the typo is minor, you might not even need to call attention to it. Admissions officers tend to overlook small errors, focusing more on the content and overall impression of your application.
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