I heard Slippery Rock University has rolling admissions. What does that mean for my application timeline, and how early should I ideally get my application in?
Rolling admissions means that Slippery Rock University will review applications as they arrive, instead of waiting until a specific submission deadline has passed. The advantage of this approach is that it generally leads to a quicker response about your application status.
However, some points to keep in mind are:
- Even with rolling admissions, there is typically a "priority deadline" or a "final deadline." While the priority deadline isn't a hard cutoff, it's considered best to apply by this date for the most financial aid available, the best housing options, and registering for classes.
- The university will continue to accept applications after the priority deadline until all spots in the incoming class are filled. That's the final deadline and usually comes much later in the spring or even the summer.
- As the applicant pool increases over time, the later you apply, the more competition you may face.
- Scholarships might be limited or unavailable later in the application cycle as funds are allocated to early applicants.
Considering this, it's beneficial to get your application in as early as possible. To specify a timeline, ideally, you should aim to submit your application in the fall of your senior year, or even the summer before. That way, you're giving the admissions committee ample time to review your application and you're maximizing your chances for housing, registration, and financial aid opportunities.
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