<p>You might not want to apply for your Ivies, but in my discussions with admissions counselors (Texas A&M, Ole Miss, and University of Alabama)* they push EA for the opposite reason.</p>
<p>According to them, with early decision they are looking to fill their class up, to state it simply, and apparently applying early is looked upon favorably. However as time goes on, there are fewer spots left and you have to compete for them.</p>
<p>*Yeah, I could probably get into Harvard, but I’m from Texas and would hate it there. =/</p>