Before we get to involved in all the tasks and items required, lets take a look at some basic ideas and terminology of the admissions process. We are also going to review some ideas from the first section "Paving the Way".
Admissions Terminology
Below are possible admissions options. You should check with each college your considering to see if they offer such programs and what those deadlines are. Be sure to update your files with these dates to help keep you on track.
Early Entrance -A student can be accepted, admitted and enrolled prior to high school graduation. Many colleges use this guarantee to attract better students.
Early Decision -A student can apply to a college by an early deadline to guarantee their admission, but is obligated to attend that college under a binding contract. (Be careful here)
Early Action -A student can apply to a college by an early deadline to guarantee their admission, without obligating themselves to attend that college.
Regular Admissions -A student applies for admissions under normal deadlines.
Rolling Admissions -A student can apply for admissions at various times during the year and is under no deadlines. (It is still wise to get the application in as early as possible)
Deferred Admissions -A student with financial, personal, or work-related concerns can defer or postpone their enrollment for up to one year.
