I applied to Penn ED, but I plan on applying to the rest of the ivies RD. I was going to wait until Mid December for my decision and then submit all of the other apps if I’m declined, but I’ve recently been told to turn in these apps early as I finish them to gain an advantage. The app fees will be like $700-800, so it would super great to not have to spend this. Any thoughts?
Yes.There is no advantage to applying early. Zip, zilch, nada. Think about it; do you really think that AO’s have the luxury of time to read applications before the ED round is complete? Even once decisions are out, holidays come into play. Finish up your RD apps, but wait to send (or not) until you get you ED decision.
@chrizzlec - you can work on the apps, keep them ready, and as soon as you hear from Penn, you can press submit (as needed)
@skieurope is correct.
Additionally, if you are not successful with Penn you might want to re-review your other apps before submitting to see if there is anything you can improve.