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Early decision

A binding US college application plan in which a student applies early to one college and must attend if admitted.

Also called
ED
Used in
United States
Topic
Higher education

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Early action (EA) United States
A non-binding early application plan that gives an earlier decision.
Regular decision United States
The standard US college application round, with deadlines usually in January.

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