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The regular decision phase of college admissions often feels like the longest stretch of the journey. Applications have been submitted, interviews are completed, and now begins the hardest part: waiting. Regular decision notification dates vary by college, but knowing when decisions are typically released can help you stay organized, manage expectations, and reduce anxiety. Below, […]
At Top Tier Admissions, our counselors bring decades of experience, deep knowledge of the admissions process, and a personal commitment to every student they work with. In our Counselor Spotlight series, we’re introducing you to the incredible individuals behind our high-touch, expert guidance. Learn more about their unique backgrounds, educational philosophies, and what inspires them to help students reach […]
Columbia University, an Ivy League institution in New York City, received 5,497 Early Decision applications to the Class of 2030, down from 5,872 last cycle, according to the Columbia Spectator. This continues a two-year downward trend—a notable departure from peer institutions, many of which saw application surges this year. Columbia University Early Acceptance Rate Early […]
Brown University, an Ivy League institution in Providence, Rhode Island, admitted 890 of 5,406 Early Decision applicants to the Class of 2030 for an acceptance rate of 16.5%, according to the Brown Daily Herald. This rate marks a decrease from last year’s 17.9%, though it remains above the historic low of 13% set by the […]
Duke University, a private institution in Durham, North Carolina, admitted 847 of 6,159 Early Decision applicants to the Class of 2030 for an early acceptance rate of 13.8%, according to the Duke Chronicle. This rate marks an increase from last year’s record-low 12.8%—a result of fewer applications rather than more admits. Still, the Early Decision […]
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