Hey! I was just wondering about the early decision deadline. When exactly is it? I would hate to miss it because I didn't know. Thanks for any help you can give.
It typically varies from school to school, but for many colleges, the Early Decision (ED) deadline is usually around November 1st. However, some colleges may have slightly different deadlines, like October 15th or November 15th. Remember, the specific dates aren't universal, so you should check the admissions website for each college you're interested in or call their admissions office.
Also, be aware that November 1st is usually the same day you need to get your materials in – things like your transcripts, recommendations, and standardized test scores.
But, good news! Even if you miss the Early Decision deadline, you may still have a chance to apply Regular Decision, which has later deadlines usually around January 1st. However, remember that the benefit of applying Early Decision is often an increased acceptance rate, so try to get everything in on time if you are confident about your ED school.
In short, make sure you check each of your colleges' Early Decision deadlines to be 100% sure, especially if you have a top-choice college. Getting all your materials ready in advance will help avoid any last-minute stress.
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