Hi guys, I'm thinking about applying to Boston University as an ED2 applicant. Does anyone know the acceptance rate for ED2? I'm trying to figure out if it's worth applying early. Thanks a lot!
Hi! While the exact acceptance rate for ED2 at Boston University is not publicly available, I can provide you with some helpful information. In general, applying early (either ED1 or ED2) tends to give applicants an advantage in the admissions process compared to applying Regular Decision. This is partly because applying early demonstrates a strong interest in the school, which colleges typically appreciate.
In the case of BU, the overall Early Decision acceptance rate has been reported to be higher than the Regular Decision acceptance rate. For example, this past year, the overall ED acceptance rate was around 26%, while the RD rate was below 20%. Since ED2 is also binding like ED1, you can expect the acceptance rate to be somewhat higher compared to RD, even if not as high as ED1.
It's important to remember that applying ED2 is a binding commitment, meaning that if you're accepted, you must enroll in BU and withdraw all other college applications. If BU is your top choice and you're prepared to commit, it can be worth applying ED2. Best of luck!
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