Class of 2025 Regular Decision Notification Dates: What to Expect
The wait is almost over! Colleges across the U.S. are finalizing their Regular Decision admissions decisions for the Class of 2029, and students will soon receive their long-anticipated results. With application numbers continuing to soar, many schools are reporting record-high interest, making this cycle just as competitive as ever.
The Landscape of 2029 Admissions
This year, schools like NYU and UC Davis have reported over 120,000 applications each, continuing the trend of highly competitive admissions. Many institutions saw significant growth in Early Decision and Early Action applications, including Duke University, Santa Clara University, and the University of Georgia. These trends suggest that overall admit rates may remain low, and waitlists could be larger as colleges strategize to manage their enrollment numbers.
When Will Colleges Release Regular Decision Results?
Most schools release their Regular Decision notifications in late March, though some announce as early as mid-March or as late as early April. Each school will notify applicants via email or their admissions portal once decisions are ready. Below, we’ve compiled an up-to-date list of Regular Decision notification dates.
Ivy Day 2025: When Will the Ivies Release Decisions?
For those waiting on Ivy League decisions, mark your calendars for March 27, 2025. Both Dartmouth and Yale have confirmed this release date, meaning the other Ivies are likely to follow suit. Traditionally, Ivy League decisions drop at 7 PM ET, so students should prepare for an exciting evening.
2025 Regular Decision Notification Dates
Below is a comprehensive list of anticipated decision release dates. Keep in mind that these dates are subject to change, and some colleges may adjust their timelines. If you notice a missing or updated date, let us know so we can keep this list as accurate as possible!
2025 Regular Decision Notification Dates
American University: April 1
Amherst College: Late March
Babson College: Mid-March
Barnard College: Late March
Boston College: By April 1
Brown University: By early April
California Institute of Technology: Mid-March 2025
Carnegie Mellon University: No later than April 1
Columbia University: Late March
Cornell University: Late March
Dartmouth College: March 27, 2025
Duke University: Late March/Early April
Harvard University: End of March
Johns Hopkins University: March 21, 2025
Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Mid-March
New York University: April 1
Northwestern University: Late March
Princeton University: Late March
Stanford University: Early April
University of California, Berkeley: March 27, 2025
University of Michigan: Early April
University of Pennsylvania: By April
Vanderbilt University: Late March
Yale University: March 27, 2025
This list is just a snapshot - many more schools are included! Be sure to check back frequently for updates as colleges confirm their release dates.
What Should You Do While You Wait?
The waiting period can be stressful, but here are a few ways to stay productive:
Focus on School: Keep up with your coursework to ensure strong final semester grades.
Plan for Financial Aid: Double-check FAFSA and CSS Profile submissions and look for scholarship opportunities.
Prepare for Decisions: Whether you get an acceptance, a waitlist offer, or a rejection, be ready to make informed choices about your future.
We wish the best of luck to all Class of 2029 applicants! Stay tuned for further updates, and let us know in the comments if you have any questions or updates to share.
Best of luck,
Melina Kazanas
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