Hey guys, I'm a high school junior and I've been wondering about how the college admissions process works. Do acceptance or rejection emails typically arrive first? Just trying to mentally prepare myself for what's to come. Thanks!
There isn't a standard order in which acceptance or rejection emails are sent out across all colleges. The timing of decision emails depends on the specific college and their admissions process. Some colleges may send out all decisions (acceptances, rejections, and waitlists) simultaneously, while others might send them out in separate batches. It can also vary year to year, depending on factors like the number of applications received and the admissions timeline.
One thing to keep in mind is that each college has its own decision notification date, so you might receive decisions from different colleges at different times. Generally, for Early Decision (ED) and Early Action (EA), decisions are released around mid-December. For Regular Decision (RD), decisions typically come out from late February to April, depending on the school.
When the time comes, it's important to remember that no matter the order in which decisions arrive, it doesn't necessarily mean anything about the quality of your application or your future success. Stay patient, stay positive, and remember that there are many great colleges out there, all offering unique experiences and opportunities! Good luck!
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