Hello! I've been researching college applications and I'm a little bit confused about Early Decision and Early Action. Is it possible to apply to one school ED and another school EA? What might be the consequences, if any, of doing this? Thanks for your help!
Hello! It's great that you're looking into college application options. Yes, you can apply to one school Early Decision (ED) and another school Early Action (EA). Early Decision is a binding agreement, meaning if you're admitted, you must attend that school. Early Action, on the other hand, is non-binding, and you can still apply and consider other schools.
However, you should be mindful of some schools that offer Restrictive Early Action (REA) or Single-Choice Early Action (SCEA) programs. These require you not to apply to any binding Early Decision programs at other institutions. Always read and abide by each school's specific early application policies.
Lastly, be sure to weigh the pros and cons of each application plan before deciding. Remember, Early Decision is binding, so apply ED only if you are sure that a school is your top-choice. Best of luck with your college applications!
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