<p>Regardless of the fact that you may under certain circumstances be able to get out of ED, it seems obvious it's not something someone can count on. And quite frankly, it seems unethical to me to take advantage of ED and then just change your mind. Many students who don't have the money can't apply ED and miss out on the edge it provides. It's unfair to them and all the other applicants who are being honest about their intentions, to apply ED and then change your mind later -- unless there are extreme extenuating circumstances. If you are uncertain about your choice, you should just apply RD.</p>