CollegeVine Expert FAQ

Hi everyone! I applied to Notre Dame Early Decision and I'm getting really nervous. Can someone tell me when they usually release their ED decisions? I appreciate any info!

Hi everyone! I applied to the University of South Carolina through their Early Action program. Does anyone have an idea when they usually release their decisions? Thanks!

Hey everyone! I was just wondering, when does MIT usually send out their acceptance letters? I've been anxiously waiting and I'm not sure how much longer it'll be. Thanks!

Hey guys, I just submitted my application for Stanford's Early Action and I'm super curious about when to expect a decision. What's the usual date for EA decision releases? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys! I submitted my Early Decision application to Northeastern and I'm super anxious. Does anyone have an idea of when they usually release their ED decisions? Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone! Does anyone know the average acceptance rate for UCSB's incoming classes? I'm applying for the class of 2027 and just want an idea of how selective they are. Thanks!

If I get accepted to my dream college but can't attend right away, what are some good reasons that I could present to them to request a deferral? Would they be understanding of my circumstances and al …

Hello fellow applicants! I completed my application to Northeastern with Regular Decision. Just wondering if there's any specific timeline for when the results are usually announced? Thanks for any in …

Hi everyone! I was just wondering if there are specific passing SAT scores that colleges look for when considering applications? It's hard to find a straight answer, so I'm curious about your thoughts …

Hey everyone! I'm considering applying Early Decision to Duke, but I'm a little stressed about the possibility of getting deferred. Does anyone know what the acceptance rate is for deferred applicants …

Hello! I'm looking to apply to STEM-focused colleges and universities for engineering. What is the average acceptance rate for STEM programs and how competitive are these programs in general? Are ther …

Can someone tell me what time Boston University typically releases their decisions? I'm on the edge of my seat waiting and I want to be sure I'm online when it happens. Thanks in advance!

I keep hearing about legacy students during the college application process. What does it mean exactly? If one of my parents graduated from a college, does that make me a legacy student?

Hey everyone! Anybody know when BU (Boston University) will release their regular decision notifications? The waiting is killing me and I just want to be prepared for when the day finally comes. Thank …

Hey peeps, I was wondering if anyone has any information about the Wellesley waitlist process. How likely is it to get off the waitlist, and how does the process typically work? Thanks!

Hi folks, I'm thinking of applying to Carnegie Mellon under their binding Early Decision program. I've been searching for this year's ED decision notification date, but I haven't had any luck. Does an …

Hey everyone! I applied Early Action to University of Michigan, and I'm just wondering when we can expect to hear back. Does anyone know the specific date or approximate timeframe?

Hi, I applied to Georgetown for early action, and I'm getting pretty anxious about the decision release date. Does anyone know when they usually release EA decisions?

Hey guys! I just got accepted into my dream college and wanted to send a thank you letter to the admissions office. Do you have any advice or samples on what I should include in the letter? Thanks!

Hey, so I'm working on my personal statement and I'm trying to make it really stand out. What are the things to include and how can I make it more engaging for the admissions officers? Any advice woul …