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How Early Decision Works: A Guide to the Early Rounds

Monday, September 16, 2024

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IvyWise On-Demand: Decisions, Decisions: Early vs. Regular College Application Rounds

Learn the differences between the various application rounds (Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision), how to identify the best round to apply in for each college on your list, and what steps to take if deferred during an early application round.

Watch now Once you’ve put the finishing touches on your list of best-fit colleges, it’s time to consider application strategy. More specifically, seniors need to decide when they will apply to the schools on their list.

Early Decision can be a great application option for a student who is passionate about a certain school and able to meet the deadline. While it may not be for everyone, understanding how Early Decision works can help students determine what kind of application strategy aligns with their needs and goals.

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Class of 2028 Early Admission Rates

Monday, May 20, 2024

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The first members of the college class of 2028 are in! Here’s our breakdown of the early admission rates for the class of 2028. We will continue updating this post as more information becomes available!

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Rolling Admissions Guide: What, When, Why? 

Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Beginning the College Search Process to Build a Balanced College List

College applicants often find themselves immersed in a sea of application deadlines, admission requirements, and decision anxieties. Among the various admissions policies, rolling admissions stands out as a flexible and dynamic approach. Understanding how rolling admission deadlines work can help you unlock a smoother and more personalized application process.

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What Happens if You Are Not Accepted Early Decision

Monday, December 11, 2023
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Early Decision and Early Action notifications are right around the corner, and many students have already received their admissions decisions. With so many more students applying to college this year, unfortunately, there isn’t a spot for everyone. But remember, it isn’t the end of the world if you were not accepted early!

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Next Steps After Being Accepted to College ED or EA

Friday, December 8, 2023
Excited high school senior realizes she has been accepted to her dream school in the early application rounds

Congratulations, you were accepted to college through Early Decision or Early Action! But what do you need to do next? There are a number of things to consider moving forward, so it’s important for students to weigh all their options before accepting an early offer of admission.

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Understanding EA vs. ED vs. EDII and More

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Did you know that you can apply to a college early and get a decision way before most other students? Many colleges offer early application options, with students usually submitting their applications in October or November and receiving a decision by December. With the rise in the number of students applying to multiple colleges, and the difficulty of predicting yield, many colleges are offering a number of early application options. So how do you know if applying early is right for you?

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What You Need to Know Before You Apply to Duke

Monday, November 18, 2019

Duke university early decision notification dateLearn More About this Top College Before Applying

Duke University is a renowned university in North Carolina with a rich history, top-tier academics and lots of school spirit. Consequently, it is an extremely popular choice amongst high school seniors with a variety of different interests and specialties.

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