College Application Deadlines 2026-27
Every ED, EA and Regular Decision date for Fall 2027 entry, from the Common App's own listings for 1,072 colleges. Sorted by date so you can plan the season at a glance.
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
June 2027
July 2027
August 2027
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
When are most college application deadlines?
The two big clusters are November 1 (most Early Decision and Early Action rounds) and January 1 (most Regular Decision rounds at selective schools). Public universities often use December 1 or later, and hundreds of colleges accept applications on a rolling basis into the spring.
What is the difference between ED, EA, REA and Regular Decision?
Early Decision (ED) is binding: if admitted, you commit to attend. Early Action (EA) is early but not binding. Restrictive Early Action (REA) is non-binding but limits where else you can apply early. Regular Decision (RD) is the standard round with no restrictions. ED II is a second binding round with a January deadline.
What does rolling admission mean?
Rolling-admission schools review applications as they arrive and admit until the class fills. The date shown for a rolling school is when the window closes, not a due date. Applying early in the cycle still helps, since seats, housing and scholarships go first.
Do all colleges use these exact dates?
These dates come from the Common App's own listings for the Fall 2027 entry term and cover Common App member colleges. A few colleges use different dates for direct applications or specific programs (nursing, honors colleges, arts portfolios), so always confirm on the school's admissions page before relying on a date.
When should I start my application?
Work backward from your earliest deadline. Essays take longer than most applicants expect, and teacher recommendations need lead time. Starting main essays in the summer before senior year and supplements by early fall keeps a November 1 deadline comfortable.
Dates from Common App listings for the Fall 2027 entry term. Always confirm on the school's own admissions page.