AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

If you’re applying through Early Decision (which is binding) or Regular Decision (which isn’t), you have a checklist to follow. November 1 for Early Decision and January 2 for Regular Decision. If you apply Early Decision, its binding, meaning youre committing to attend if accepted.

Testing

North Star Admissions Consulting

JUNE 24, 2025

Although the majority of schools are still (technically) test optional , there is definitely a notable shift towards the submission of standardized tests. Hopefully, you are planning to apply in the early action/early decision rounds. Tests are back. Prepare for a long process.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

Does UC Davis have Early Action or Early Decision? UC Davis doesn’t have Early Action or Early Decision , so you won’t need to worry about those options. Instead, you’ll apply through the Regular Decision process, and your application will be considered just like everyone else’s.

Acceptance

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 29, 2024

How to Get into the New Ivies Getting into a New Ivy isn’t easy, but its definitely possible if you know what to focus on. Dont hesitate to apply an early decision to your top pick if you know it’s the one for you. While the New Ivies are amazing, remember to apply to various schools. Not really!

Ivy League

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Rice University Regular Decision Acceptance Rate Rice University Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into Rice University Rice University Transfer Acceptance Rate Rice University Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is Rice Universitys Acceptance Rate? Early Decision 2,886 442 15.3%

Acceptance

The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 1, 2024

If you just got rejected from your ED school, you’re probably scrambling for other options right now, and if you were interested in schools like Duke, Vanderbilt is definitely worth considering. That means, if you’re looking for a top-tier southern school to ED2 to, Vanderbilt might be the move.

Early Decision

AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Spoiler alert: its not all about being a straight-A student (though that definitely helps). Consider applying through Early Decision (ED). If Cornell is your top choice, applying through Early Decision can significantly boost your chances of acceptance. So, lets break down what Cornell looks for in an applicant.

Applications

Great College Advice

DECEMBER 8, 2024

As the first wave of Early Action (EA) and Early Decision (ED) results arrive in the first few weeks of December, many students may be deferred from the school of their dreams. By being deferred, the college is telling you that it has been unable to make a final decision on your application.

Applications

AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

The schools exclusivity definitely makes things harder for applicants. In this blog, we break down NYUs acceptance rates, including yield rate, Early and Regular Decision admit rates, transfer, and waitlist acceptance rates. NYU is one of the most prestigious schools out there. News’ list of Best National Universities.

Acceptance

Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As a deferred student, your application will be reconsidered in the regular round and you are released from the binding commitment of early decision. Across the more competitive schools, roughly 10% of deferred students are ultimately accepted in the regular decision round.

Early Decision

AdmissionSight

JUNE 20, 2025

Whether you’re applying through Early Decision, Regular Decision, or considering a transfer, understanding Pomona’s admission stats can help you create a more strategic approach.</p> Early Decision applicants had slightly better chances, with a 12.5% of 10,513 applicants admitted. .</strong></p>

Acceptance

The Koppelman Group

APRIL 17, 2025

Lets begin with a definition. Apply Early NYU received the largest number of early decision applicants ever for the class of 2028. We advise all of our students who are passionate about NYU, and who are strong applicants between grades, scores, and personal profile, to apply Early Decision.

Policies

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Whether youre applying through Early Decision, Regular Decision, or considering a transfer, understanding these stats can help you take a more strategic approach. Also, Carnegie Mellon hasn’t released the full breakdown of Early Decision (ED) and Regular Decision (RD) data yet, so a direct comparison isnt possible.

Acceptance

DC College Counseling

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The first round of early application results came in for students during the month of December, including binding Early Decision I plans. Some students have also heard from their early action schools, although a large number of those decisions will not be released until January.

Ivy League

AdmissionSight

APRIL 14, 2025

The University of Florida acceptance rate definitely proves its not easy to get a spot. The numbers may not scream Ivy, but the competition is definitely up there. Early Action at UF is non-binding, which means if you’re admitted, you’re not required to enrollyou can still weigh your options and apply to other colleges.

Acceptance

AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into UC Berkeley Getting into UC Berkeley isnt easy, but with a strong application and a strategic approach, you can definitely increase your chances. Unlike other universities, UC Berkeley does not offer Early Action (EA) or Early Decision (ED), meaning all applicants share the same deadline.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

aiming for 21 units will definitely set you apart. Strong scores can definitely work in your favor, proving your academic readiness and giving your application a boost. If youve got strong scores, though, its definitely worth sending them in. Consider applying Early Decision (ED). With an average GPA of 3.9

Admissions

AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

While these factors may not weigh as heavily as academic ones, they can definitely help strengthen your application and show what makes you unique. Alumni relations, state residency, and geographical residence are considered but are not major influences in admissions decisions. Consider applying Early Decision (ED).

Admissions

AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Heres a quick breakdown: Admission Plan Application Deadline Decision Notification Early Decision I November 1 December 15 Early Decision II January 2 February 15 Regular Decision January 2 April 1 Spring Freshmen November 1 December 15 Here are the key things to keep in mind about the admission plans: Early Decision I & II.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

If youre applying, youll definitely need to bring your A-game! Consider applying Early Decision (ED). If Northeastern is your top choice, applying Early Decision could improve your chances of admission. Does applying Early Decision improve my chances of getting in?

Admissions

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Many high schools celebrate with events where students rep their college gear and share their big decisions. This deadline mostly applies to students who applied Regular Decision , Early Action , or got accepted through Rolling Admissions. When Is College Decision Day 2025?

Ivy League

The Koppelman Group

APRIL 7, 2025

As one of the most famous universities in the world, offering degrees that many see as golden tickets to a prosperous future, they definitely dont need us gassing the school up. When youre ready to apply, legacies need to apply early but theres a lot to do before the application goes live. Harvard is, well, Harvard.

Policies

AdmissionSight

MARCH 16, 2025

If you want to stand out, taking more advanced courseworklike AP, IB, honors , or dual-enrollment coursescan definitely help strengthen your application. Consider applying Early Decision (ED). Claremont McKenna College offers an Early Decision option that could help boost your chances if its your top choice.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

While their test-optional policy gives you the choice to submit, strong scores can definitely help your application stand out and prove youre ready for Northwesterns rigorous academics. Strong test scores arent required, but theyre definitely a great way to show youre ready to crush it at Northwestern. for Fall 2023.

Admissions

AdmissionSight

JULY 22, 2025

Decisions aren’t made on the fly; instead, the admissions committee comes together to discuss and evaluate each applicant holistically. Early decisions, done right</h3> <p>MIT already releases decisions earlier than many other top schools. why not definitely? </p> <h3>2.

Admissions

The Koppelman Group

JULY 20, 2025

First, let’s look at Early Decision vs. Regular Decision across all the colleges. The Regular Decision acceptance rate across all of the undergraduate schools and programs is only 6.2% (excluding waitlisted students who are eventually accepted). For comparison, the Early Decision acceptance rate is 16.7%.

Internship

College Essay Guy

JUNE 6, 2025

These ratings eventually lead to recommended decisions: admit, waitlist, and deny. A waitlist decision is sometimes confused with a deferral. Being deferred is usually in response to an Early Decision or Early Action application.

Waitlist

The Koppelman Group

MARCH 3, 2025

MIT and UChicago are definitely, how should we say this, acquired tastes. Changes at UChicago UChicago recently announced an expedited Early Decision plan , offered only to students who have taken any kind of UChicago program over the summer or school year. But UChicago is 3rd least.

Transfer

The Koppelman Group

MARCH 16, 2025

The University of Chicago is known for accepting a high percentage of their first-year class in the Early Decision round. They offer both Early Action and Early Decision, but its Early Decision I and II that results, historically, in the highest rate of acceptance.

International Students

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Definitely considered. Consider applying Early Decision (ED). If Wake Forest is your dream school, going the Early Decision route could give you an edge. Wake Forest doesnt spill the tea on their ED stats, but heres the deal: applying early at most schools typically boosts your chances.

Admissions

The Koppelman Group

JULY 26, 2025

The acceptance rate is about 14% , and they heavily prioritize Early Decision applicants. Then you use that as a way to go into different sides of yourself, and embracing the idea that you can have diverse interests that may seem to clash at times, but if they are all you then they, by definition, all work together.

Acceptance

The Thoughtful College Search

MAY 26, 2025

The emphasis on selectivity as a measure of quality has led to measures ranging from recruit-to-reject to admitting large swaths of students in Early Decision, all in the name of lowering admit rates and raising yield (those are no longer major components of the rankings.) Talk about unexpected news!

Out-of-State

AdmissionSight

MARCH 8, 2025

and Industry Engagement (66.1), it definitely stands out. Tulane offers four different application plans, so pick the one that fits your goals and timeline: Early Decision (binding). If Tulane is your absolute first choice, Early Decision might be your right path. Early Decision II (binding).

Admissions

AdmissionSight

APRIL 4, 2025

so strong academics definitely help. Average scores: 15001570 (SAT), 3335 (ACT) GPA No minimum GPA required Average GPA: 3.9 No specific GPA minimum Average GPA: 3.9 So if you’re applying, you’ll need to submit SAT or ACT scores. UPenns range is a bit higher, with SAT scores between 15001570 and ACT scores between 3335.

Ivy League

The Koppelman Group

JULY 16, 2025

Most notably, to us, is that they are now offering both an Early Action and a binding Early Decision application options in addition to regular decision. And if you choose to omit scores, you cannot change your choice if deferred from Early Decision to Early Action.

University

The Koppelman Group

JUNE 12, 2025

They are incredibly competitive applicants and sail smoothly into their early decision school of choice. As a junior in high school, you likely have access to local community college courses and definitely have access to online courses. This gets tricky as a junior, as you don’t have a ton of time to get things done.

Extracurricular

Tex Admissions

MAY 30, 2025

Some rumors online claimed that 1,300 students received invitations, but I never saw definitive proof or official FASP sources to suggest this. Moreover, I strongly caution against applying binding Early Decision to universities where cost is in any way a factor.

Scholarships