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I am confused by the Early Action versus Early Decision process. Can you explain the difference and how applying early affects the chance of gaining admission?

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I am confused by the Early Action versus Early Decision process. Can you explain the difference and how applying early affects the chance of gaining admission?

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Early Decision is a binding commitment to attend the school if an applicant is admitted under the Early Decision program. Harvard previously utilized Early Action, which restricts the applicant from applying to other Early Action or Decision programs but does not bind the student to attend. It is usually understood, however, that the student is applying Early to her first choice. The chance of gaining admission can be increased by applying Early depending upon many other factors including the size and quality of the Early applicant pool and the recruiting situation of the sport involved. Students are encouraged to make this choice carefully. For information on Harvard’s decision to eliminate Early Action, and how it affects our prospects, visit this link on GoCrimson.com. The Harvard College Admissions site can answer many of your questions about the application and admission process. Be sure to also read Buisness Week’s commentary on the problems associated with Early Decision.

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