<p>In a most straightforward fashion, what is ED II? Thanks.</p>
<p>yngwie,</p>
<p>ED II is the second of two Early Decision admission plan options, with ED I being the first. The application deadline for ED II is January 1, with approximate notification/decision date being February 1.</p>
<p>The same parameters that hold true for ED I also hold true for ED II, e.g., binding agreement to enroll if admitted. Hence, do not apply ED II (or ED I) if not fully committed to the school. Also, do not apply ED if you have financial aid considerations, notwithstanding that Emory is "need-blind" in their admissions policy.</p>
<p>You can reference Emory's info. about Early Decision plans here: Early</a> Decision</p>
<p>Typically, some students who may elect to apply ED II do so because:</p>
<ul>
<li><p>They were unable to meet the deadline for ED I (Nov. 1)</p></li>
<li><p>They heard back from another college in which they had applied ED and were rejected/deferred from their first choice school and are now going to "Plan B", i.e., applying ED II to their second favorite school</p></li>
</ul>
<p>I'm really considering doing the ED II in a few weeks here. I really think Emory is a fantastic school in a stellar location. Thanks for the answer!</p>
<p>And if anyone knows, how is the financial aid at Emory? Based on the CollegeBoard's fin aid tab, it looks excellent, but I'm not sure I want to be tied down to Emory without first making sure it's affordable. For the record, my household income is $32-34K...</p>
<p>Any help will be greatly appreciated! Thanks.</p>
<p>Emory has a couple of excellent financial programs that you would qualify for. Make sure you fill out a CSS/ profile with collegeboard before the deadline. Also see Emory's financial aid website for more information on those aids. They are ranked really high in meeting the financial needs of their students... Good luck!</p>
<p>Yngwie,</p>
<p>It sounds as if financial aid is a consideration for you. Because of this, I would urge you to NOT apply Early Decision. If your grades and standardized test scores are solid, you should not need to apply ED (I or II) in order to gain admission. (I have now checked and see that you applied ED to Cornell, so it's moot for Cornell ED at this point.)</p>
<p>It is in your best interests to maintain some flexibility and be able to make comparison of financial aid offers from all schools. Every year, there are many students who are disappointed from having been admitted to a school but unable to afford the Cost of Attendance. When your financial aid circumstances are evaluated, the financial aid offices will look at student and parents' income levels as well as tangible assets. Your household income appears to be low enough to warrant a generous financial aid package, but it behooves you to keep all your options open -- which ED would not do.</p>
<p>If you have any questions, please explore Emory's Office of Financial Aid website and/or call the Office of Fin. Aid (404) 727-6039 and ask for a financial counselor. </p>
<p>REF: Financial</a> Aid - Emory College - How to Apply</p>