<p>@WarreJor: It is clear that you did not fully research beforehand or understand the ED process. But, I am sure you will do the right-thing! </p>
<p>If you were accepted under ED to Columbia, you pledged to be bound to Columbia (i.e. obligated to enroll and attend) and withdraw from all active applications and decline any admissions already secured. There is an Acceptable Financial Aid exception clause (some call it the get-out-of-jail card) which gives you some extra time …</p>
<p>Reference: <a href=“https://www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/Docs/DownloadForms/2013/2013EarlyDecision_download.pdf[/url]”>https://www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/Docs/DownloadForms/2013/2013EarlyDecision_download.pdf</a></p>