<p>sly_</p>
<p>Spring admits at Cal are on the lower end of the app pool, so checking a box won't work.</p>
<p>tsdad: fall football and the early frosh bonding experience is important for many. Moreover, spring admits can mess up the academic calendar, particularly at smaller schools which won't repeat Chem 1A in the spring.</p>
<p>OTOH, if its a dream school, admission is admission even if delayed.</p>