Hey everyone! I'm a high school junior, and I plan on applying early decision to some colleges next year. However, I'm not sure when the early decision release dates are. Can someone give me a general timeline for when I should expect to hear back from colleges after I apply early decision?
Hello! Early Decision (ED) release dates can vary slightly depending on the college, but for most schools, the general timeline for applying and hearing back is as follows:
1. ED Application Deadline: Usually around November 1st or November 15th.
2. ED Release Date: Typically, decisions are released in mid-December, with most colleges aiming to notify students by December 15th.
Keep in mind that this is a general timeline and specific dates might differ among colleges. You can always visit the college's official website or contact their admissions office to confirm their Early Decision release date.
Finally, be aware that Early Decision is actually a binding commitment, so you are only able to apply to one college ED. Fortunately, there is a different, non-binding early admissions pathway called Early Action (EA), which has a similar timeline as ED and does allow you to apply to other colleges. If you aren't totally sure about your top choice school, EA may end up being a better choice for you.
Best of luck with the application process!
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