Tag: Early Decision/Early Action
The Early Advantage: A Statistical Analysis of Applying ED and EA
Early Decision, Early Action, Early Decision II, Restrictive Early Action — believe it or not, the list goes on. There is no shortage of early application options for college admissions these days, and some hold a significant statistical advantage to students. Yes, this means that in some early processes, most students are significantly more likely to receive offers of admissions than if they applied Regular Decision.
Should You Apply Early Action vs. Regular Decision?
There are some advantages to applying Early Decision or Early Action to your top-choice college. However, when developing an application strategy it’s important to know when it’s appropriate to apply in the early round — and when you should hold off. For many students, one of the main appeals of applying early is receiving an admission decision earlier, typically by December or January.
Ask an IvyWise Counselor: ED I vs. ED II
Q: I applied to what I believed was my first-choice school under the Early Decision plan in November. Since then, I have had more time to research and visit schools on my list. As a result, I think that my first-choice school has changed.
Early, Rolling, and Regular: Understanding Application Options
Now that you've finalized your balanced college list, it's time to evaluate your application strategy — deciding when and how you will apply. Given the hyper-competitive landscape, it's more important than ever for college-bound high school seniors to consider how their application strategy will impact their chances of admission at their dream schools. Throughout your college list research, you've likely come across terms such as Early Decision, Early Action, and rolling admission, among others.
Should You Apply Early Decision? Early Decision Plans Explained
As you're researching schools on your college list, you may come across unfamiliar terms, such as Early Decision, Early Action, and Single Choice Early Action, among others. These are application options that differ based on the deadline, response date, and your commitment to attend the school, if accepted. Deciding which path to take involves research into school policies, not to mention preparation!
ED vs. EA vs. RD: Which College Application Round Is Right for You?
By Rod, IvyWise College Admissions Counselor Applying to U.S. colleges can be a confusing and stressful process.
Why Applying Early Might Benefit Your Chances of Admission
One of the most important elements of the college admission process is also one of the most overlooked by students and their parents: timing. When competing for admission at your top-choice college, it’s not enough to just write a few essays and hit “submit.” There are many nuances that students, parents, and counselors must consider — including whether to apply in the early round or not.