Hello everyone, I'm a junior and I'm trying to decide if I should apply Early Decision or Regular Decision to my top choice college. What are the pros and cons of each, and how did you guys make your decision? Thanks for any guidance!
Hello! It's great that you're thinking about this early in your college application process. Both Early Decision (ED) and Regular Decision (RD) have their own sets of advantages and disadvantages. Early Decision is a binding agreement, meaning if you're accepted, you commit to attending that college. This can be beneficial if you're sure about your top choice and want to demonstrate your strong interest. Colleges tend to have higher acceptance rates for ED applicants compared to RD. However, it can limit your ability to compare financial aid offers from other schools. Regular Decision, on the other hand, allows you to apply to multiple colleges without any commitment. You'll have more time to perfect your applications and make a well-informed decision after receiving all acceptances and financial aid offers. My child weighed these pros and cons and ultimately decided to apply Regular Decision, as they wanted to keep their options open and have more time to work on their applications. Think about what's most important to you, and good luck with your decision!
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