Hello! I'm planning to apply to Harvard next year, and I was wondering when their application portal opens up for submissions. Anyone got a rough idea when that happens? Thanks!
Hello! For Harvard and most colleges, the Common App application portal typically opens on August 1st each year. Harvard also accepts the Coalition Application, which usually opens on August 15th. Keep in mind that the opening date of the application portal may slightly vary, so it's always a good idea to check the Harvard Admissions website or the platform you plan to use (Common App or Coalition App) for the most up-to-date information.
Students have ample time to complete their applications before the Early Action (EA) and Regular Decision (RD) deadlines, which usually fall on November 1st and January 1st, respectively. Make sure to submit your application by the specific deadline you choose, but there is no advantage to applying in advance - while you don't want to leave things until the last minute, there's no need to rush to submit your application by August 2nd. Especially when applying to a school as selective as Harvard, you want to make sure all aspects of your application are as polished as possible, so take your time.
Good luck with your application to Harvard!
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