When to submit app

<p>My counselor sent in the recommendations and transcript last week, and I'm still working on the common app. Is it okay if I haven't submitted the fee and app until after they receive the materials? Does it matter if I don't submit it until mid December? Is there any advantage to submitting early?</p>

<p>Only if you are applying to one of the contract schools, CALS, HumEc, or ILR, would it be advantageous to apply earlier rather than later.</p>