Newsletter, December 2010
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With all the different ways a student can apply to college, it is easy to misinterpret the different guidelines. Allow us to clear up any confusion.
Regular Admission: The most common way to apply to college, Regular Admission is, well, the regular way to submit an application. With due dates ranging from January 1st to the early spring months, Regular Admission gives students ample time to submit their applications and necessary materials.
Priority Admission: While the majority of schools will have a Regular Admissions deadline, they will also have a Priority Admissions deadline, 1 – 3 months prior. Schools encourage students to submit their applications before this Priority deadline to increase their chances for admission. Getting your materials in by this deadline shows that you are on top of your game and ensures that you are among the first round of students to be considered.
Rolling Admission: When applying to a school with Rolling Admissions, punctuality is key. Most schools will have a six-month window for students to submit applications that decreases the stress of looming deadlines. The sooner you submit your application, the sooner you will receive a decision from the admissions office!
Early Action: One of the most popular ways to apply to college, Early Action is a non-binding, advantageous route to gain acceptance. By applying Early Action a student is increasing their chances for admission by showing a great interest in the school and applying before the majority of students. Early Actions deadlines commonly occur during the month of November.
Restricted Early Action: Differing slightly from Early Action, Restrictive Early Action requires that students only apply to one school via Early Action and to no schools via Early Decision.
Early Decision: Another popular way to apply to college, Early Decision is much like Early Action. The only difference is that Early Decision is a legally binding agreement that, if accepted, the student will attend said college or university. Students are allowed to apply to only one school via Early Decision. Early Decision deadlines commonly occur during the month of November.
The Benefits of Doing an Internship
An internship is a great way to gain experience and get your foot in the door to your respective field. Although a majority of these internships are unpaid (a deterrent for most college students) they provide tremendous intangible value as you creep closer to a college degree. To learn more please click here.
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