CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Can someone explain what 'deferring' means in the college admissions process? I’ve heard it mentioned a few times but I'm not clear on the details. Does it impact your chances of eventually attending …

I got into the University of Rochester, but I am considering taking a gap year. Does anyone know how deferring admission works there? What steps should I follow to ensure I can delay my enrollment?

I'm looking at Ohio University and want to make sure I don't miss the regular decision deadline. Could anyone tell me the date I need to submit my application by? Really appreciate it!

I’m considering applying to UMD and trying to figure out if I should go for early action or regular decision. What are the advantages or disadvantages of each? Any advice is appreciated!

I'm trying to understand what exactly 'defer' means in the college admissions process. If I get deferred from a university, does that mean I've got another chance, or is it just a nice way of saying ' …

I know early decision is binding, but I'm a little confused about regular decision. Can I still choose between schools if I apply regular decision, or am I locked in once accepted?

I'm curious about taking a gap year before starting at Providence College. Is it possible to defer my enrollment for a year? If anyone has done this, did it affect your financial aid or scholarships a …

Does anyone know when the regular decision deadline is for Stanford? I'm considering applying but want to make sure I have enough time to get everything ready. Any tips on applying to Stanford would b …

I'm considering applying to Penn State through regular decision, but I'm not sure when they release their decisions. Does anyone know the usual timeline for hearing back from them for regular admissio …

I got into Boston University and might need to defer my start. Does anyone have experience with deferment at BU, particularly regarding how it affects financial aid like work study? Thanks!

I'm considering Northeastern for early action, but I'm worried about the possibility of rejection. Has anyone gone through this, and what are the next steps if you don't get in early?

I just found out that I've been deferred by one of my top choice colleges. What exactly does it mean to have your admission deferred, and what should I do next? I'm kinda freaking out here.

I'm eagerly waiting to hear back from Barnard College for regular decision. Does anyone know when they typically release notifications for RD applicants?

I'm looking to apply to Pace University and want to make sure I don't miss the deadline for regular decision. Can someone confirm when the application is due?

I'm planning on applying early action to Boston College. Is it true they can reject you outright, or do they mostly defer students for later consideration? Any insights would be appreciated.

I'm interested in applying to the University of Washington but am unsure about their regular decision deadline. Does anyone know when it is? I want to make sure I don't miss it!

I'm planning my application timeline and wondering when regular decision applications are typically due for most colleges. I want to have everything ready ahead of time and avoid any late submissions. …

If I get accepted to Pace University, can I defer my enrollment for a year? I'm thinking about taking a gap year but want to secure my spot for the following year. What’s their policy like?

If I decide I need some time off before starting college, what's the process to defer my admission? Are all colleges open to this, and does it affect my financial aid or scholarships in any way?

I got rejected early decision and I'm feeling really stuck. How do I deal with the disappointment? Should I focus on my other applications or do something to improve my chances elsewhere?