When are most college decisions released?

The waiting game after applying to colleges is killing me. When do most colleges usually send out their admission decisions?

Typically, colleges release their decisions based on the type of application you've submitted.

If you've applied Early Action (EA) or Early Decision (ED), decisions are typically released in mid to late December. However, this can vary between colleges, so it's best to check the specific date on the school's admissions website.

For Regular Decision (RD), decisions are usually released between late March and early April. Again, the exact dates can vary by institution.

For Rolling Admissions, colleges review applications as they're submitted and often release decisions within a few weeks of receiving the application.

Also, please be aware that some colleges release decisions in batches, which means not all admissions decisions will be sent out on the same day. So, even if a friend hears back from a college, you may not get your decision until a bit later. Remember to stay patient during this stressful time, and best of luck!