These
two options allow students to apply early and receive a decision earlier
than they would with regular decision. Early Decision and Early Action
are not the same thing, and they are not available at every school.
If you are interested, please check your applications or ask the admissions
office if these options are available.
Early
Decision:
Early Decision is a major commitment. You may only apply to one school
under Early Decision. By using this option, you agree that, if accepted,
you will withdraw all other applications and agree to attend that
school. You must be absolutely certain that this school is your first
choice if you are going to apply under Early Decision. This commitment
is binding, though you may be able to change your mind if the school
does not meet your financial needs. Early Decision deadlines are usually
quite early in the school year, sometimes in October.
Early
Action:
This option does not involve a binding commitment. Under Early Action,
you apply much earlier, often by December 1, and will receive an answer
much earlier. You may apply to any number of schools under Early Action.
Once
again, remember that these options do not exist at every school. You
must check to see what is available from the schools to which you
will apply.
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