How to know which college tracks demonstrated interest?

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Anonymous wrote:We’re completely new to the college application world.

I keep seeing demonstrated interest being mentioned but how can I tell of the colleges my kid is looking at is one of the ones that track? Some of his choices are out of state and I thought it would make more sense to visit only if he is admitted. But now I’m wondering if we should plan to visit ahead of acceptances.

When do you have to officially accept?

Students learn about acceptances by April 1 senior year (can be as early as Sept/Oct if the school does rolling admissions). They have until May 1 to decide.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:People will argue against this but the by far best way to show demonstrated interest is to apply ED to that school. Full stop.

I agree but what if you can't afford the tuiion until you know if you'll get any merit. I think ED can be risky in that situation.

You can decline if you can’t afford it