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Early Decision Isn't Always The Smartest Decision Three Reasons to Wait

Early Decision may offer higher acceptance rates at selective universities, but applying early isn't always the smartest strategy. Financial aid, application readiness, and college fit can all influence whether committing early makes sense. We explore three reasons why waiting until Regular Decision might be the better choice, and how to determine which strategy is right for you.

Read article OCT 12, 2026

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How to Build a College List That Balances Ambition and Reality Getting Into Your Dream College Starts With Where You Apply

Acceptance rates can tell you how selective a college is, but they cannot tell you your personal odds of admission. So how do you build a college list that is ambitious without depending on several uncertain outcomes at once? We look at what admit rates leave out, why context matters, how testing can change the picture, and what you should actually research before deciding a college belongs on YOUR list.

Read article SEP 23, 2026