<p>It’s a question that a lot of people want to know, but from what I read, basically the admission rates of ED is usually higher for colleges, but that could be due to many reasons (stronger applicant pool, etc.). To me, I still think there’s an advantage, because a relatively large amount of spots for the class gets filled during ED. </p>
<p>I know this may not apply to you, but just know the drawbacks of ED. I did not apply ED because I knew that there was no chance we could afford any of the colleges without financial aid. Even though they claim their financial aid packages are the same for those applying ED vs regular, once you are accepted, it makes things difficult if you suddenly get a financial aid packet in March that does not meet all your needs.</p>