Northwestern: ED or RD?

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Should I apply to Northwestern under ED or RD?
GPA: NA; scored 97% in 12th grade Indian Exams
SAT score: 1450 (below average for NU)
Common app essay: 7/10
LOR: Strong
Extracurriculars: Competitive Tennis, Editor of a creative writing web page, Head of MUN

I’m aware that the acceptance rate under ED is around 25% compared to 8% in RD, but the pool of students is also very competitive under ED.

Any advice?

Thank you.

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Can you afford whatever Northwestern thinks you should pay to attend? That is the big question. If yes and it’s your number one choice by far apply ED because it signals to them that you really want to attend and can afford it.

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