ED1, ED2, or RD? Which would be best for me?

theluckylinguist
Tue, 26 Aug 2014 02:11:45 +0000

Hi there! While I don’t have experience with admissions (but then again, the majority of people here don’t), I do have a sibling who graduated from Tufts and another who went elsewhere and both went through the application process. Here’s my best take at your question: if a college’s cost of attendance isn’t a major concern for you and your family, then I’d go with ED1. If cost is a concern (and let’s be honest, isn’t it a concern for everyone nowadays?) then you might want to go with ED2 or RD, depending on your circumstances. I’m certain that colleges factor in “demonstrated interest” when making a decision, and while it isn’t the biggest component of an application, it can be a tip factor at times. So, applying ED would definitely give you an edge with the “demonstrated interest” component.

Well, that’s my two cents. Best of luck to you! I’m also applying to Tufts, but not ED. Hope the application process goes well for both of us!