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StrategyJul 11, 2026· 7 min read
Early Decision vs Early Action vs Regular: Which Should You Choose?
The early options can help you, but only if you understand what each one commits you to. Here is the plain-English version.
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DecisionsJun 4, 2026· 5 min read
Deferred From Early? What It Means and What to Do Next
A deferral moves your early application into the regular pool. It is a maybe, and there are a few useful things you can do with it.
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