How does Brown's early decision acceptance rate compare to regular decision?

Hey everyone, I'm considering applying to Brown and I'm curious about their early decision acceptance rate vs. their regular decision rate. Can anyone share some insights on this?

Hey there! Brown University, like many other selective schools, does tend to have a higher acceptance rate for Early Decision (ED) applicants compared to Regular Decision (RD) applicants. This is because applying ED signals a high level of interest in Brown, since you are willing to commit to the school over any other, and because the binding nature of ED boosts Brown's yield rate (the percentage of accepted students who ultimately enroll).

In recent years, Brown's ED acceptance rate has been around 14%, while its RD acceptance rate has been considerably lower, usually ranging between 4-5%. Keep in mind that these numbers may change slightly year to year depending on the applicant pool and other factors, but that's about what you'll looking at.

Applying ED can give you a slight edge in the admissions process, but it's essential to evaluate your options carefully. Before applying ED, ensure that your application is as polished as possible, and you aren't waiting on, for example, a higher SAT or ACT score. You also, of course, need to be comfortable with the prospect of withdrawing all of your applications to other colleges if you are accepted.

If Brown is truly your top choice, though, applying ED can indeed be an excellent way of maximizing your chances of acceptance. Good luck!