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THE ETHICAL AND STRATEGIC DIMENSIONS OF EARLY DECISION
The moment a high school senior fills in that Early Decision (ED) box and clicks “Submit,” something subtle but powerful happens: they signal not only a college-choice preference, but a commitment. The binding ED agreement says: if the college accepts you, you will attend. But what does that commitment really mean for students, families, high schools, and the institutions themselves?
BEYOND THE BROCHURE: INSIDER TIPS FOR AN IMPACTFUL COLLEGE VISIT
While there is a lot you can learn from online research, an in-person campus visit is invaluable. However, it is important to thoughtfully prepare for your visit and go beyond the typical visit tasks to get the most out of your investment and time.
YIELD PROTECTION
Yield protection in college admissions refers to the practice of selective colleges and universities rejecting or waitlisting overqualified applicants who the colleges believe are unlikely to attend their institution if admitted. Colleges reportedly do this to improve their yield rate and make them appear more selective in the eyes of rankings organizations. Read the full post to learn how it impacts admissions and what students can do about it.