Hey guys, so I'm planning to apply ED to one of my dream schools and I came across this 'ED Signature' section on the Common App. Could anyone demystify what exactly this is and whether it's mandatory for my early decision application? Feeling a bit stressed about this, so any help would be massive. Cheers!
Absolutely, I can help clarify that for you! The 'ED Signature' section on the Common App is indeed an essential part of your Early Decision application. This part of the application is a contractual agreement and requires the signatures of you, your parent or guardian, and your school counselor. It's designed to confirm that all parties understand the binding commitment you are making—if admitted under Early Decision, you are agreeing to enroll at that college and withdraw all other applications.
It's important to ensure that these signatures are completed well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute hiccups. Your school counselor will typically have experience with this and can assist further if you have any concerns. So, don't stress too much over this; just see it as a formal step you need to take to finalize your application. Once you've checked off this task, you can sit back and feel proud of the big step you've taken towards your college journey. Good luck!
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