Is it easier to gain admission by applying Early Action?
While the acceptance rate for Early Action students is higher when compared to the regular decision pool, this difference is driven by the fact that the Early Action applicant pool is significantly stronger than the Regular Decision applicant pool. Note these facts about the Class of 2011 applicant pool*: Early Action Academic Averages – 3.36 GPA, 35% from the top 10% of their class, Critical Reading/Math SAT: 1130-1300 (middle 50%), Writing SAT: 560-660 (middle 50%) Regular Decision Academic Averages – 3.20 GPA, 28% from the top 10% of their class, Critical Reading/Math SAT: 1070-1260 (middle 50%), Writing SAT: 530-640 (middle 50%) Note these facts about the Class of 2011 admitted pool*: Early Action Academic Averages – 3.61 GPA, 63% from the top 10% of their class, Critical Reading/Math SAT: 1180-1340 (middle 50%), Writing SAT: 590-690 (middle 50%) Regular Decision Academic Averages – 3.51 GPA, 54% from the top 10% of their class, Critical Reading/Math SAT: 1140-1320 (middle 50%), Wr
Related Questions
- I applied for Early Action and was not accepted. If my application was not denied and was rolled over to Regular Admission, can I make additions or changes to my application at that time?
- Does Boston College offer admission under an Early Action or Early Decision policy?
- Is it easier to gain admission by applying Early Action?
