Difference between Yale Early Decision and Early Admission deadlines?

Hey, I'm kinda confused about the difference between Yale's Early Decision and Early Admission deadlines. Can you guys explain the difference and the deadlines for both? Thanks a lot!

Sure, I'd be happy to clarify the difference between these two application options at Yale!

Yale University offers two types of early application options: Single-Choice Early Action (often abbreviated as SCEA) and the more common term, Early Decision (ED). Here's a breakdown of each:

1. Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA): This is a non-binding early application option offered by Yale. If you apply under SCEA, you'll submit your application by November 1st, and you'll typically receive your decision in mid-December. As it's non-binding, if you're accepted, you have until May 1st to decide whether to enroll at Yale. However, with SCEA, you're not allowed to apply to any other private colleges or universities through their early action or early decision programs, but you're permitted to apply to other public universities or international schools through their non-binding early application options. Keep in mind that you can still apply to other private schools under their regular decision plans.

2. Early Decision (ED): Though this is a choice at other universities, Yale doesn't offer an Early Decision program. Early Decision is a binding agreement where if you're accepted, you're required to enroll at that school. Since Yale only offers SCEA, this option doesn't apply to them.

In summary, Yale's early application plan is Single-Choice Early Action, which is non-binding but restricts you from applying to other private institutions through early action or early decision. The deadline for submitting an SCEA application is November 1st, with decisions typically arriving in mid-December. There is no Early Decision program at Yale.

I hope this clears up the confusion. Good luck with your application!