I'm in my senior year, and not really on track to meet early January college deadlines, so I'm wondering if it's too late to apply to any universities for 2025 after that. Do any US colleges have flexible deadlines for late applications?
Absolutely, there are colleges in the United States that have what's called "rolling admission" systems. At such colleges, applications are considered as they are submitted throughout the year until all spots are filled, which could be as late as the spring or summer
Many state schools adopt this approach, as do a selection of private colleges. For specific schools, you would want to check their admission websites to see if they practice rolling admission and still have slots open. Some schools with rolling admissions include Arizona State University, Pennsylvania State University, and the University of Pittsburgh, to name a few.
Do keep in mind that financial aid and housing options may be limited the later you apply due to the allocations already being made to the earlier applicants. There could also be priority deadlines for especially competitive programs, which could have already passed.
Additionally, bear in mind that just because a school has rolling admissions, that does not guarantee they will still have spots open. The best advice would be to apply as soon as you can to increase your chances of acceptance.
Overall, while applying late has its challenges, there are still plenty of opportunities available if you look in the right places!
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