Hi everyone, I've got a couple of top choices for college and I want to give myself the best shot at getting accepted. Can I apply Early Decision to more than one school? Is this allowed or do I have to choose just one? Thanks for any guidance!
Hello! It's great to hear that you're interested in Early Decision for your college applications. When it comes to applying Early Decision, the most important thing to know is that it's a binding agreement. That means if you are accepted to a school through their Early Decision process, you're committing to attend that school and will need to withdraw all other applications. Given the commitment involved, you can only apply to one school via Early Decision.
However, you can apply to multiple schools through their respective Early Action programs, which aren't binding. Early Action still gives you a chance to demonstrate interest and potentially increase your acceptance odds while retaining the option to choose another school later.
It's important to carefully consider your priorities and evaluate your top choices when applying Early Decision. Make sure to choose a school that's your absolute top choice, and good luck with your applications!
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