Hey guys, I'm pretty set on applying to Carnegie Mellon but I'm wondering about the acceptance rates for early decision. Do they accept more students during this period compared to regular decision? Appreciate any insight!
Hey there! Yes, applying Early Decision (ED) to Carnegie Mellon can give you an edge in the admissions process compared to applying during Regular Decision. While I can't provide you the exact acceptance rate for ED at Carnegie Mellon, applying ED generally does result in higher acceptance rates for most schools.
This is because when you apply ED, you're essentially committing to attending the school if you get accepted, which helps improve the college's yield rate (the percentage of admitted students who actually choose to attend). Colleges typically like to see higher yield rates, so applying ED shows them you're serious about attending, which in turn can lead to an increased likelihood of acceptance.
It's important to remember, though, that ED is a binding agreement, which means you need to be certain that Carnegie Mellon is your top choice and you're prepared to attend if accepted. Additionally, make sure you're aware of the financial aid situation since you'll have less time to compare financial aid offers from other schools if you're accepted through ED. Good luck with your application, and I hope this helps!
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