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usc ea vs rd acceptance rate

Hey folks! Is there a notable difference between USC's Early Action (EA) and Regular Decision (RD) acceptance rates? I want to know if it's worth applying early or if I should wait to apply during the regular decision process.

a year ago

Hello! While the exact acceptance rate numbers for the University of Southern California's Early Action (EA) and Regular Decision (RD) rounds aren’t typically made public, it's generally accepted that applying early gives you a boost. Applying EA shows the admissions committee that you have a strong interest in attending the university, which can be a positive factor in their decision. Additionally, the applicant pool for EA is smaller than RD, which means you’ll be competing against fewer applicants, and every spot in the pool is still open - if you apply RD, some will have been filled during EA.

That being said, it's essential to ensure that your application is as strong as possible before submitting it. If you feel that you need more time to build a more robust application, you may benefit more from applying during the Regular Decision timeframe. The most crucial factor in the admissions committee’s decision will ultimately the quality of your application, not the round in which you submitted it.

Good luck with your college applications!

a year ago

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