<p>Dear Hippodrome123,</p>
<p>Over the next few weeks, my colleagues and I will be making important decisions that will shape The George Washington University's Class of 2009. We are delighted that you have applied as an Early Decision I candidate. The binding nature of our Early Decision I option reflects a seriousness of purpose on your part, and we sincerely hope that we will be able to welcome you to GW and the nation's capital -- the place we call home.</p>
<p>You can help us by making sure that Part II of your application for admission, your high school transcript, and other supporting credentials are received in our office as soon as possible. If you have not already done so, please make arrangements to have these materials sent to the Office of Admissions. If you will be applying for need-based financial assistance, please follow this link
<a href="http://gwired.gwu.edu/finaid-n/merlin-cgi/p/downloadFile/d/7233/n/off/other/1/name/ED1apppdf/%5B/url%5D">http://gwired.gwu.edu/finaid-n/merlin-cgi/p/downloadFile/d/7233/n/off/other/1/name/ED1apppdf/</a> to obtain the application. If you need to complete the Early Decision Agreement Form, it can be obtained at <a href="http://gwired.gwu.edu/adm/pdf/AppEDAgreement.pdf%5B/url%5D">http://gwired.gwu.edu/adm/pdf/AppEDAgreement.pdf</a>.</p>
<p>Next, we want to let you know that we plan to begin mailing our decisions on Thursday, December 16th. Given the fact that many secondary schools will be closed the last two weeks of December, we also plan on sending you an email notification late next week. Please feel free to call us should you have any questions or concerns regarding the Early Decision I process. Our contact information is below.</p>
<p>Finally, we want to thank you for your interest in The George Washington University. We hope to be able to serve you in pursuit of your educational goals.</p>
<p>Sincerely,</p>
<p>Michael J. O'Leary
Senior Associate Director of Admissions
The George Washington University
2121 I Street, NW Suite 201
Washington, DC 20052
(202) 994-6040
(800) 447-3765
(202) 994-0325 (FAX)</p>
<p>O my god! I will know by email in a week! Nervous break down!</p>