Early Action to Harvard?

rdeng2614
Sun, 30 Aug 2015 05:58:21 +0000

If you’re deferred, then it’s basically the same as applying regular. I’m assuming the acceptance rate during the regular round is much lower so you have about a 2% chance. Judging from statistics alone, yes you’re more likely to get deferred but that could also be because of the quality of applicants during the early round and Harvard believes many still have a chance in the regular round.

I believe both his kids got into one of HYP. I think both his kids went to a feeder school with top stats and still they were not accepted to all 3 of HYP so it kind of gives you an idea how competitive admissions to these colleges are.

Apply to Harvard early if it is your top choice. You have the stats so you are qualified. Applying early will still give a boost as it shows interest and Harvard has been accepting more and more from the early round.