North Star Admissions Consulting

JULY 25, 2025

Look For Your Competitive Edge Part 2: Early Decision and Early Action. The odds of getting into many of the most selective schools go up, dramatically, if you apply early. Especially early decision.) Have you done the calculators to know if you qualify for financial aid?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

UChicago Acceptance Rate Trends UChicago Regular Decision Acceptance Rate UChicago Early Action Acceptance Rate UChicago Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into UChicago UChicago Transfer Acceptance Rate UChicago Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is UChicagos Acceptance Rate?

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Humbach Education Consulting

AUGUST 11, 2025

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

UPenn Acceptance Rate Trends UPenn Regular Decision Acceptance Rate UPenn Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into UPenn UPenn Transfer Acceptance Rate UPenn Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is UPenn’s Acceptance Rate? Let’s get into it! What Is UPenn’s Acceptance Rate?

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 8, 2025

As families gear up for another college admissions cycle, one key question continues to dominate: Should we apply Early Decision or stick with Regular Decision? The gap between Early and Regular admission acceptance rates isn’t just a few percentage points—it’s often massive. KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE DATA 1.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Here is a summary of some Early Decision admissions statistics for the Class of 2029. Ivy League Universities Brown Admitted 906 students Early Decision out of 5,048 applicants for an 18% admission rate. 19% of admitted ED students are the first in their families to attend college, and 65% applied for financial aid.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about UPenn’s Regular Decision release date, as well as its Early Decision, how Early Decision works differently from Regular Decision, and a few tips to help you handle the wait for results. When Does UPenn RD and ED Decisions Come Out?

Early Decision

Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With Early Decision deadlines in the rearview mirror, seniors are now turning their attention to their next round of applications. You likely wrote quite a few essays for your Early Decision and Early Action applications. If you can, consider adapting some of the essays you have already written for the Common App.

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Great College Advice

JUNE 2, 2025

In this case, applying Early Decision (if offered) may be the right strategy for you. In this case, applying Early Decision may not be the application strategy for you. In addition, many universities, especially flagship public universities, dont offer Early Decision but rather Early Action.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Some schools have additional deadlines or requirements for financial aid, so be sure to check that out as well. Regular decisions will be out in March or April, and you’ll have plenty of time to consider your options and visit campuses before the May 1 decision day. Is it test-optional or test-required?

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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

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Cornell University does not offer an Early Action application option. Instead, it provides an Early Decision (ED) plan, which is a binding commitment. This means that if you’re admitted through Early Decision, you’re obligated to enroll at Cornell and must withdraw any applications submitted to other institutions.

Acceptance

Great College Advice

JUNE 16, 2025

Your questions about campus safety or financial aid are perfectly appropriate to ask—go for it. If your student has decided to apply Early Decision (ED), make sure they are prioritizing this application. The same applies to Early Application (EA) colleges. But don’t forget the tips above.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Early admission. This comes in two forms Early Decision and Early Action. Early Decision is binding, meaning if youre admitted, youre committed to attending that school and must withdraw all other applications. Since this process can take several weeks, its smart to start early. In the U.S.,

International Students

Admissions Village

JANUARY 19, 2025

Need-based financial aid is sometimes available. The University of Chicago just launched a program called Summer Student Early Notification. You might already be off to a good start exploring and solidifying your interests.

Programs

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

For some students, scholarships or financial aid may cover this deposit, but in most cases, it’s out-of-pocket and non-refundable, officially marking your spot in the incoming class. If the deposit is a financial challenge, reach out to the admissions office. For others, you might need to track down a form on their website.

Waitlist

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If youve worked hard to earn top grades, strong test scores, and an impressive resume filled with extracurriculars, internships, and volunteer work, you might want to consider applying early action or early decision to your top-choice school (if they offer that option). Apply for financial aid (FAFSA) and scholarships.

High School

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Well break down trends, compare Early Decision and Regular Decision rates, and take a closer look at transfer and waitlist statistics. Early Decision 5,207 1,174 22.6% The Early Decision acceptance rate is significantly highera trend seen across most elite schools. Overall 50,018 3,801 7.6%

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

The test-optional trend during the pandemic gave students more confidence to apply without worrying about scores, and Yale’s improved financial aid packages opened doors for those from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. You can take your time until May 1 to compare financial aid packages and consider other options.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 24, 2025

Admissions policies Some colleges have Early Action (EA) or Early Decision (ED) policies that restrict how many schools you can apply to in the early round. Will they give you enough financial aid if you need it? Are you looking at their overall acceptance rateor the lower rate for regular decisions?

Early Decision

AdmissionSight

JULY 3, 2025

. <a href="[link] you&#8217;re thinking about applying</a>, it’s smart to look closely at the cost, because UVA tuition can vary widely depending on where you live and what kind of financial aid you get.</strong></p>

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

If youre wondering what life is like on campus, lets look at the numbers, everything from gender balance to financial aid, and what they mean for you as a student. Cornell also offers financial aid packages to help reduce these costs and make education more accessible. citizen or eligible non-citizen, the FAFSA.

Ivy League

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 29, 2024

However, Caltech officially states that its admit rate is under 5% for both routes : Application Type Total Applications Accepted Acceptance Rate Regular Decision Officially undisclosed Officially undisclosed <5% Early Decision Officially undisclosed Officially undisclosed <5% Overall 13,863 315 2.3%

Acceptance

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Dont hesitate to apply an early decision to your top pick if you know it’s the one for you. Ignoring financial aid opportunities Next, dont overlook financial aid opportunities. And dont sleep on submitting your FAFSA early. Show the school you’re really interested.

Ivy League

Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The financial aid timeline for high school seniors is critical if you want to maximize the amount of financial aid for which you are eligible. Financial aid is one of the most important parts of the college process, but it can be one of the most confusing as well. inform the financial aid office about them.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

MAY 28, 2025

FAFSA, on the other hand, asks you to list up to 10 colleges for federal aid purposes. This change was made to prevent misuse and ensure colleges dont use FAFSA information to influence admissions or financial aid decisions, as some reportedly did in the past. Follow Early Decision rules carefully.

Early Decision

AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Consider applying through Early Decision (ED). If Cornell is your top choice, applying through Early Decision can significantly boost your chances of acceptance. Historically, the ED acceptance rate is higher than the Regular Decision (RD) rate. It just means your application gets reconsidered with the RD group.

Applications

Berkeley² Academy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Consider your finances Before committing, remember to carefully review your financial aid package and make an appointment with the school's Financial Aid offices to discuss your offer and options. Can you picture yourself living and thriving at this school professionally and personally?

Acceptance

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Need-based loans are capped at $4,500/year for Virginians and $7,000/year for out-of-state students. Only apply ED if UVA is your absolute top choice.

Ivy League

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 5, 2025

Heres how it breaks down: Regular Decision. Early Decision. This is also the financial aid application deadline, so if you’re applying for aid, submit it by the same day. By June 1st, youll find out your admissions and financial aid decisions online.

Transfer

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 19, 2025

What Are the Benefits of Early Action? Should You Apply Early Action? What Are the Pros and Cons of Early Decision? Is It Bad to Apply Regular Decisions? Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Are the Benefits of Early Action? It lets you apply to a college early and find out their decision sooner.

Financial Aid

AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

But how much does it actually cost, and how can financial aid help? Boston College offers plenty of financial aid to make it more manageable. Heres how it works: Need-based aid. Your financial aid package is based on your familys financial situation. Lets break it down. Mid-year grade report.

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HelloCollege

JULY 22, 2025

One of the most important choices you’ll make early in your application process is deciding between Early Action vs. Early Decision. For most students, applying early is a smart move that can slightly improve admissions chances and unlock certain scholarship opportunities. Early Action is non-binding.

Early Decision

Top Tier Admissions

MAY 6, 2025

Also, look to take advantage of Early Decision schools that are within range. The data shows that wasting an ED application on a far reach or deciding just to apply in Regular Decision will lower your chances of admission. Deferral Strategy: If youre deferred from an Early Action or Early Decision school in December, dont panic.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

In this guide, well break down everything you need to know about College Decision Day, including when it happens, what steps you should take before making your final choice, and what to do if you miss the deadline. What Is College Decision Day? When Is College Decision Day 2025? When Is College Decision Day 2025?

Ivy League

AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

In this blog, we break down NYUs acceptance rates, including yield rate, Early and Regular Decision admit rates, transfer, and waitlist acceptance rates. While NYU doesnt always share the exact numbers for Early and Regular Decision, it did reveal that 22,000 students applied through Early Decision this year.

Acceptance

AdmissionSight

APRIL 15, 2025

Since Brown is ranked #12 in Best Value Schools, let’s dive into the cost and how financial aid can help you make Brown an affordable option. Brown’s financial aid can help significantly. It’s worth applying and seeing what kind of aid package you could qualify for. Follow the deadlines.

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