Hey, guys! I'm a little bit stressed out about college applications. Can someone help me out by providing a general timeline for the last day to apply to colleges (EA, ED, and RD)? I know it varies by school, but a rough idea would be extremely helpful. Thanks in advance!
Hi there! I understand that college application deadlines can be a bit overwhelming, so here's a general timeline for the application deadlines of most colleges:
1. Early Decision (ED) – Around November 1 or November 15 is the deadline for most ED applications, though some schools' deadlines might be slightly earlier or later.
2. Early Action (EA) – For EA, deadlines are typically also on November 1 or November 15, but some schools might have a slightly later deadline in December.
3. Regular Decision (RD) – Regular Decision deadlines can vary more widely, but many schools have a January 1 or January 15 deadline. Some colleges extend their deadlines to February 1 or even later, while others have rolling admissions policies that allow you to apply as late as the spring or summer, as long as there is still space available in the class.
Remember that this is just a general guideline, and specific dates may vary for each college. It's essential to verify the deadlines (EA, ED, and RD) for the particular colleges you're applying to, as they might have different dates and requirements, and even within a school things like scholarships and financial aid may have their own deadlines. If you're unsure about a particular school's deadline, reach out to their admissions office directly for clarification - you don't want to accidentally miss out on the opportunity to apply!
Best of luck with your college applications!
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