Types of College Admission

Types of college admission Early Decision Early Application (Early Action) Single-Choice Early Action Regular Admission Rolling Admission Late Admission Summary Table of Admission Types

Rolling Admission (Rolling Decision)

Under Rolling Admission, there are no application deadlines; colleges accept applications and applicants throughout the year.  Decisions to admit students are made on a case-by-case basis and students usually receive decision letters within 4 to 8 weeks.  

The ADVANTAGE of Rolling Admission is students can apply anytime.

The DISADVANTAGES are once colleges accept enough students, additional applications from Rolling Admission applicants won't be considered.  Students should remember the later they apply, the less likely they will be accepted and the less likely they will qualify for financial aid.

It is recommended students apply as early as possible to schools with Rolling Admission.  If students apply in late spring or summer, they should first contact the college’s admissions office to make sure they are still accepting applications before completing and submitting forms and documents.