10/08/2026
What is early decision vs. early action, and should your aspiring college student take advantage of these options?
Early Decision (ED) is the option to apply early to a college. However, if you get accepted to that college, you MUST attend that college.
Early Action (EA) is the option to apply early to a college, but students do not have to commit to the college right away.
Students who are absolutely sure of their first-choice college often apply ED or EA.
Students must make sure they meet the admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, GPA, and rank to apply ED or EA.
Comment which school your student is applying ED or EA to this year!