Early Decision:
- Allows you to apply early
- You receive the college’s decision early
- If selected under ED, you must withdraw applications from other colleges
- Raises chances of acceptance
- The deadline is usually in November
Regular Decision:
- You apply in the normal timeframe
- You receive the college’s decision later than the ED
- You may apply to multiple colleges. using regular decision
- Does not affect chances of acceptance
- The deadline is usually in early January