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Podcast: The College Investor Audio Show
Episode: Early Action vs. Early Decision: What You Need To Know
Description: There are three main options for college admissions applications: early action, early decision, and regular decision. Early decision applications involve a commitment to enroll if admitted. In contrast, early action is non-binding.Students who are admitted early action are not required to accept the offer of admission. They may accept or reject the offer of admission at the same due date as the regular admission pool, typically by May 1. Students who apply for early decision are limited to applying to just one college. Students who apply for early action may be limited to applying to...