Early Decision
Early Decision at СÓÅÊÓƵ is designed for students who know beyond a shadow of a doubt that СÓÅÊÓƵ is their first choice.
Submitting an application Early Decision means that you are making the following important statements:
- СÓÅÊÓƵ is your first choice college
- You are not applying Early Decision to another college or university
- If accepted to СÓÅÊÓƵ, you agree to enroll
- If accepted, you will withdraw immediately all applications to other colleges and universities
Please give careful thought to your decision, and consult with your parents and guidance counselor. Early Decision applications are binding and represent a serious commitment to СÓÅÊÓƵ. Early Decision candidates who are denied admission may not reapply for Regular Decision in the same academic year. If any Regular Decision applicant to СÓÅÊÓƵ is accepted by another school under a binding Early Decision plan, the applicant must inform the Office of Admission and Financial Aid to withdraw the СÓÅÊÓƵ application.
If you have not yet completed the Early Decision Contract via Common or Coalition Application, please download and complete this Early Decision Form (PDF) and submit by email or postal mail.
Financing Early Decision
Because of the binding nature of applying Early Decision, financing your СÓÅÊÓƵ education may be a concern and an important part of your commitment. We encourage you to explore options for financial aid early in the fall.
A full range of scholarship-based and need-based financial options are available. СÓÅÊÓƵ is committed to meeting 100 percent of a family's calculated financial need, and we work closely with students considering applying by Early Decision.
Access our Net Price Calculator to learn a realistic estimate of what your family may expect to contribute to your СÓÅÊÓƵ education.
Words From Wildcats Why Early Decision?
If you're considering applying Early Decision, we know there can be nerves and concerns related to making such a big commitment. Shawn An ‘24, Sohan Gade ’23 and Madeline Buitendorp ’22 share why Early Decision to СÓÅÊÓƵ was the right fit for them and offer some advice for those considering it now.