Northwestern is one of my top choices and I'm super nervous. Can anyone tell me when admissions decisions are usually released and at what time I should expect them?
Northwestern usually releases its admissions decisions in mid to late March for Regular Decision applicants, and mid-December for Early Decision applicants. Exact dates can vary from year to year, so it's best to keep an eye on Northwestern's admissions website and social media accounts for any specific announcements.
The actual time of day that decisions are released can vary, but many schools tend to release decisions around 5 PM or 7 PM Eastern Time (ET). This trend doesn't guarantee anything for Northwestern, though, so I advise you to be prepared for decisions to come out at a different time on the specified date. Once decisions are made available, you will typically be able to access yours through your applicant portal.
While admissions can be unpredictable, if you want to get a general sense of what the news coming your way might be, access this college admissions calculator: https://www.collegevine.com/admissions-calculator
Best of luck with your application, and remember that everything will work out in the end!
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