Do early decisions ever come out early?

Most colleges release their Early Decision results in mid-December. There are some exceptions – a few schools may release decisions earlier in December or even late November, while others might release them closer to the end of December.

Can early decisions come out early?

Schools with early action admission usually contact applicants with their decision sometime between December 1 and January 31. However, there are some colleges that wait until mid-February to let applicants know if they got in.

What time does Ed results come out?

When do early decision notifications come out? Usually, applicants receive notifications for early decision at or around December 15 and toward the beginning of the year for early action.

Do colleges ever send acceptance letters early?

Ultimately, that depends on the type of application you submitted: Early decision, early action, or regular decision. Early action and early decision applications are typically due in November. This means you can expect to receive a decision in January or February, perhaps even as early as December.

What time of day do admissions decisions come out?

Some schools might release decisions in the afternoon, while others might do so during the evening – I know my child and some of her friends heard back at 7pm. However, many schools will send you an email when your decision is available, so it's good to keep an eye on your inbox.

College Admissions: Inside the Decision Room

What are the early signs that you have been accepted into a university?

Do acceptance or rejection letters come first?

Most universities send acceptance and rejection notices at the same time. Others have “rolling admissions” where you can apply almost any time and they will decide within a few weeks of your application. There's a third notice that you haven't mentioned: wait listed.

How long does it take for colleges to accept you early decision?

You'll also receive an admission decision much sooner than you would under regular decision. While the timeline varies, most colleges set November deadlines for early action and early decision, and send out decisions around mid-December.

Can you get rejected from early acceptance?

You may not apply to more than one college under early decision. If you are not accepted, you will either be rejected or deferred. Rejected applicants may not apply again that year. Deferred applicants will be reconsidered during the regular admission period, and are free to apply to other schools.

Do colleges email you if you're not accepted?

Colleges send out emails to applicants, but they usually don't contain an acceptance or nonacceptance letter. Instead, the email you receive is likely going to direct you to the college's online application portal. Today, most colleges have an online portal where students can check the status of their applications.

How much does applying ED increase chances?

On average, students applying ED see a 1.6x (or 60%) increase in their chances of admission to very selective schools. This effect is lessened the less selective the school is. Early action doesn't offer as significant a boost as early decision, but it still does provide some admissions advantage.

What time do Harvard decisions come out?

Restrictive Early Action candidates apply by November 1 and receive notification by mid-December. Regular Decision candidates apply by January 1 and receive notification by the end of March.

What happens if you apply to two colleges early decision?

Unlike early action, you're not allowed to apply to multiple schools for early decision. When you send in your application, you must sign a contract that commits you to enroll at that college upon acceptance.

What happens if you get into two early decisions?

While EA allows you to submit an application early, it is non-binding and does not confer the same admissions boost as applying Early Decision. You can of course apply to both schools, but remember that ED is binding, and if both offer you a place, you will be obligated to attend the school you applied to ED.

Can applying early decision hurt your chances?

While applying ED increases your chances of acceptance, it's not without its drawbacks. You commit to attending the school, so you won't be able to shop around for financial aid packages. You should make sure that the school's net price calculator estimate is in the ballpark of what your family is willing to pay.

Can you get rejected Ed or just deferred?

Being deferred from college doesn't mean you've been denied acceptance. Being waitlisted means you are on a list reserve because spots are filled. Very selective colleges defer as many as 70-80% of early applicants. If you take important steps, you still have a chance for admissions.

Is applying early decision worth it?

Summary. Applying early is a big commitment — you should feel very confident about your college choice. However, if you are 100% sure that you want to attend a specific school and you believe you have a strong application, applying for early decision can be a great choice for you.

How many colleges should you apply too?

In general, most students apply to between 8 and 12 colleges. This is a good range to aim for, provided that the applications you submit represent a broad variety of colleges. Ideally, you want to apply to at least two safety, four target, and two reach schools.

Do you get more financial aid if you apply early action?

Reduced financial aid opportunities: Students who apply under ED plans receive offers of admission and financial aid simultaneously and will not be able to compare financial aid offers from other colleges. For students who absolutely need financial aid, applying early may be a risky option.

What grades do colleges look at for early decision?

But what happens if you've applied to college as an Early Decision or Early Action applicant? Most colleges will still want to be sent grades from your first quarter of senior year. However, their decision to accept or reject you into their institution will have already been made based on your grades from junior year.

How binding is early decision?

Is Early Decision Binding? Yes, early decision is binding. Colleges consider early decision admission a contract that must be adhered to. Students who receive an offer of admission after applying early decision are required to enroll at that school.

Do all college acceptance letters start with congratulations?

The primary purpose of a letter of acceptance is to tell applicants they have a place in the incoming class. Therefore, every acceptance letter begins with some form of congratulations. Then, it will give a clearly worded statement that says the school has accepted you into their upcoming class.

Can you accept admission to multiple colleges?

In the higher education world, this is known as double depositing. Double depositing means putting down a deposit, and thus accepting admission, at more than one college. Since a student can't attend multiple colleges, it is considered unethical.

Why is my acceptance letter taking so long?

Admissions deadlines: Admissions offices may have specific deadlines for sending out acceptance letters, and if they are dealing with a large volume of applications, it may take longer to send out letters to everyone.