<p>I agree with phuriku. Applying EA is essentially a no-brainer for motivated, organized kids; those applying EA to UChicago would have done so regardless of where else they’re applying, in my opinion. I think it would be a better system if there were NO early possibilities (EA, ED, REA, SCEA) at all, but
“early” is here to stay because some schools perceive an advantage (Penn is very upfront about their preference for ED kids, at least when Stetson was still there).</p>