Hey! I'm trying to plan out when I should submit my college applications, but I'm a little bit confused about the regular decision deadlines. Can someone give me a general idea of when these deadlines usually are? Thank you!
Hello! College regular decision deadlines can vary between schools, but most deadlines typically fall at the beginning of January. It's essential to check each college's specific deadline on their admissions webpage, though, as some schools may have earlier or later deadlines—the UC system, for example, has a deadline of November 30th for all its campuses.
As you're planning to submit your college applications, consider setting a schedule to help you stay organized. Break down the process into smaller tasks, such as working on your essays, gathering your letters of recommendation, filling out financial aid forms, and making sure your transcripts and test scores (if applicable) are sent to the schools, to ensure everything gets done in time.
To ensure you don't miss any deadlines, also try to submit your applications a few days before the official deadline. This approach will give you a buffer in case you encounter any technical difficulties or need to make any last-minute updates.
Good luck with your applications!
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