Does Early Decision II improve my chances over Regular Decision?

Colleges and Universities A-Z New York University
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<p>Here is what the website says - </p>

<p>Many students want to know if it is “easier” to be admitted through our Early Decision process. The reality is that no, it is not “easier” to be admitted Early Decision, as the quantifiable criteria we use to evaluate candidates for admission – GPA and class rank (if available), test scores, etc. – is the same during both the Early and Regular Decision processes. </p>

<p>Obviously for Early Decision I, there were no regular decision applicants. Is there any point in applying for Early Decision II then?</p>

<p>-My sister attended and graduated from Arts and Sciences years ago. Does this "legacy" help my chances for NYU Stern?</p>

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<p>ED applications are reviewed before RD and the applicant pool is smaller therefore in that snese it is “easier”. However, unless you are sure NYU is your first choice you should probably apply RD because ED is binding and you can only get out of it if the financial aid is not enough.</p>

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<p>Applying Early Decision (both I and II) does increase your chances. According to the website, the normal chance of NYU acceptance is 29%, with 38% for EDs. The reason for this is that space limitations are generally not a factor for the early decision applicants. </p>

<p>However, recognize that applying ED means that you are placing yourself in a binding agreement. Unless you are unable to attend financially (as clemo321 stated), you have to attend NYU and withdraw your other applications promptly. Unless NYU is your first-choice college, I would not recommend doing EDII. </p>

<p>Having a sibling at NYU does place a new element into your application, but along with small things such as first generation college student, ect., they tend not to be deal breakers. For a college admissioner, it’s nice to see your family interested in NYU, but having a strong, well-rounded application is a lot more important. So, I would put it down and make it known, but don’t put much weight on it.</p>

<p>Good luck lewisstrawberry! If you get accepted, let me know so we can meet in person in the fall. :)</p>