Early Action/Priority plans are non-binding: Students receive an early response to their application but do not have to commit to the college until the normal reply date of May 1.

EA Applicants

• Apply early.

• Receive an admission decision early in the admission cycle (usually in January or February).

• Consider acceptance offer; do not have to commit upon receipt.

• Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans.

• Give the college a decision no later than the May 1 national response date.

Apply Early:

A student should apply early to an ED or EA plan if the student:

• Has researched colleges extensively.

• Is absolutely sure that the college is the first choice.

• Has found a college that is a strong match academically, socially and geographically.

• Meets or exceeds the admission profile for the college for SAT scores, GPA, and class rank.

• Has an academic record that has been consistently solid over time

The Benefits of Applying Early:

For a student who has a definite first-choice college, applying early has many benefits:

• Reduces stress by cutting the time spent waiting for a decision.

• Saves the time and expense of submitting multiple applications.

• Gain more time, once accepted, to look for housing and otherwise prepare for college.

• Reassess options and apply elsewhere if not accepted.