Early Decision, Regular Decision, and the Rest: What It All Means

College admissions come with a dictionary’s worth of terms, but not all pathways are created equal. From binding commitments to open access, each one shapes the journey differently.ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores the major types of college admissions—Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, Rolling Admission, and more—breaking down what each option means, who they work best for, and how students can navigate them with clarity and confidence.For additional thoughts from Corey, visit coreyalderdice.com.You can also follow him on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, BlueSky, YouTube, Instagram, and Threads.