Hey everyone, just a curious question. What would happen if someone applied early decision and got accepted, but later decided that they don't want to attend that college or simply can't afford it? Are there any penalties or consequences, or is it just frowned upon? Thanks for your input!
Hey there! I understand why you might be curious about this. Early decision (ED) agreements are usually binding, meaning if you're accepted, you're expected to enroll at that college. However, there are instances when a student may withdraw from an ED agreement.
A common example is when a student can demonstrate that the financial aid package they received from the college won't make it financially feasible for them to attend. In this case, it's usually important to have an open and honest conversation with the college's financial aid office to see if there may be options to make attendance more affordable.
If a student decides to renege on the agreement without a valid reason, they might face consequences such as being blacklisted by the college they backed out on. This is generally frowned upon, but it's essential to consider the individual circumstances before making a decision. Hope this helps!
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