<p>I was wondering whether early decision gives hopefuls a one up on regular admission. In what case is it better to apply for early decision?</p>
<p>If Penn is your first choice and you don’t need the most competitive of financial aid offers, then ED is ALWAYS advantageous. Everyone who applies in ED benefits.</p>
<p>Some benefit more than others (legacies in particular) but everyone gets a boost.</p>
<p>Not really…</p>
<p>I wouldn’t use it as an application strategy. Also, I would say that it has nothing to do with financial aid offers. Penn still gives many competitive financial aid packages to ED.</p>
<p>ED is always advantageous…it shows that the school is your top choice and that you are committed. EA has no such advantage</p>