Frequently Asked Questions - Early Decision
Interested in applying Early Decision to Rollins? We have the answers to your most-asked questions.
What is Early Decision?
If you know that Rollins is your top choice, Early Decision is a great option for taking advantage of key benefits related to your education. Here’s how it works. You submit your application by the November 15 deadline (or January 5 for Round II) and indicate that you’d like to be considered for Early Decision on your application. If you’re accepted, we’ll notify you by mid-December.
Early Decision is binding, meaning you’ll be expected to withdraw all other college applications and enroll at Rollins upon approval.
What are the benefits to applying Early Decision?
You'll hear back from us about your admission decision by mid-December, which means you can kick back and relax the rest of your senior year. There are also some added benefits for when you enroll at Rollins in the fall:
- Priority consideration for admission and academic scholarships
- Early financial aid award for financial aid applicants
- Top three choice honored for First-Year Seminar course
- First-semester course registration completed by faculty before Regular Decision students
“I was very relieved that Rollins accepted the Common App because it made my application experience much easier and I was able to complete everything required by the Early Decision I deadline, giving me priority access to academic scholarships.”
If I apply for Early Decision but don’t receive enough financial aid, am I still bound to attend?
Almost all first-year students receive ample aid, but if for some reason you need to withdraw your commitment due to financial reasons, please contact our Dean of Admission to talk through your options.
Am I still considered for scholarships if I choose not to apply Early Decision?
Yes! All applicants are automatically considered for our full-range of merit scholarships. To be considered for our highly prestigious Alfond Scholarship (which covers full tuition, room and board), you must apply either Early Decision I or Early Action by November 15.
What is Early Action?
Early Action is our non-binding option. You’ll need to apply by November 15 and Rollins must be in receipt of all your application materials no later than November 24. If you hold up your end, you’ll hear back from us with your admission decision by mid-January, but you won’t need to make your final college decision until May 1.
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