<p>I am applying to Johns Hopkins Early Decision. Is online easier than paper? JHU says that the easiest way is to use the online application, but I am used to writing things in paper.</p>
<p>I plan to apply exclusively online.</p>
<p>I am a joint-enrolled student now, and I applied online last year. The process was very simple.</p>
<p>I like to do it via paper/mail. I just have a better time remembering what i did/didnt do. And i have physical copies of everything and i could revise things without needing to remember a plethora of usernames and passwords and websites. Heck i still hand write my essays, it shows i put more effort and feeling into it (i think). Plus if your comp ever breaks or you dont hae access to a comp for whatever reason your toast.</p>
<p>Do what you're comfortable with. Personally, I did all my apps by paper [12 of them to say the least], but pretty much every college website and book says the same thing, that pretty much is the preferred method saving time for both parties involved, so do what you want, but it's not like they're going to give online applications slight advantages so really don't be concerned by the phrase "preferred method."</p>