Date of application matters?

<p>I believe that applying early and regular do differ in terms of admission rate. But does applying on different date changes one's chance of getting in? In my case, I was planning to submit the application after I edit and review several more times, but people tell me that the admission dean would not like to see submissions on the deadline. Is it true?? </p>

<p>It depends if you’re applying to a program with rolling admissions. Otherwise, it doesn’t matter b/c many of the items that make your file complete are out of your control. You could submit your app in October – but if your transcript, secondary school reports and a rec letter arrive in February, your file won’t be read until Feb.</p>

<p>There are things to worry about. Trying to beat the deadline by weeks to avoid some mythical grumpy admissions officer isn’t one of them.</p>

<p>For the most part, when you apply (as long as it is before the deadline) doesn’t matter to admissions officers. The only time it has an effect is if:
I. The school has a financial aid deadline. If you are applying for FA, you need to submit the app before that deadline
II. Sometimes, applying to a school with rolling admissions later lowers your chances of getting in. As the deadline approaches, fewer and fewer spots are available. Only the most selective students are accepted. </p>

<p>Thanks you all! T26E4 and Smithg1227</p>