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College Application Deadlines: Fall 2024 Freshman Admission

By Jacky Gilchrist

After you’ve narrowed down your list of schools and know which ones you want to apply to, you’ll need to make a note of their college application deadlines. It’s always best to get your applications done well in advance. This allows you plenty of time to double-check everything and ensure that your essays are the best they can possibly be.

Below, you can see the college application deadlines for Ivy League schools, the Top 50 Best National Universities, and other colleges that are popular among KD College Prep students. If you’re having trouble deciphering the types of college application deadlines and deciding which one is right for you, keep scrolling down to our handy reference guide.

Please note that, while uncommon, it’s possible for a university to change its college application deadlines for any given year. It’s always a good idea to verify current deadlines on the school website. In addition, different deadlines than those listed below will apply if you plan on matriculating in the spring instead of the fall, and if other circumstances apply (e.g. international student or transfer student).

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College Application Deadlines For Popular Colleges

Ivy League Schools

  • Brown University – Early Decision: November 1. Regular Decision: January 3.
  • Columbia University – Rolling admissions. Priority deadline for BFA in Acting and BFA in Musical Theatre Performance is December 1. Priority deadline for all other programs is January 18.
  • Cornell University – Early Decision: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2
  • Dartmouth College – Early Decision: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2.
  • Harvard University – Restrictive Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1.
  • Princeton University – Single-Choice Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1.
  • University of Pennsylvania – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 5
  • Yale University – Single-Choice Early Action: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2.

Top 50 National Universities

  1. Princeton University – Single-Choice Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1
  2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 5
  3. Harvard University – Restrictive Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1
  4. Stanford University – Restrictive Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 5
  5. Yale University – Single-Choice Early Action: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2
  6. University of Chicago – Early Action and Early Decision I: November 1. Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 2
  7. Johns Hopkins University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 2
  8. University of Pennsylvania – Early Decision: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 5
  9. California Institute of Technology (CalTech) – Restrictive Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 3
  10. Duke University – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 2
  11. Northwestern University – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 2
  12. Dartmouth College – Early Decision: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2
  13. Brown University – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 3
  14. Vanderbilt University – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 15
  15. Rice University – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 4
  16. Washington University in St. Louis – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 4
  17. Cornell University – Early Decision: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 2
  18. Columbia University – Rolling admissions, Priority deadline for BFA in Acting and BFA in Musical Theatre Performance is December 1. Priority deadline for all other programs is January 18.
  19. University of Notre Dame – Restrictive Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1
  20. University of California, Berkeley – Regular Decision: November 30
  21. University of California, Los Angeles – Regular Decision: November 30
  22. Carnegie Mellon University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 3
  23. Emory University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 1
  24. Georgetown University – Early Action: Nov. 1, Regular Decision: Jan. 10
  25. New York University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II: January 1, Regular Decision: January 5.
  26. University of Michigan–Ann Arbor – Early Action: Nov. 1, School of Music, Theatre, and Dance students: Dec. 1, Regular Decision: Feb. 1
  27. University of Southern California – Early Action: November 1. Regular Decision: December 1 for select programs, January 15 for all others.
  28. University of Virginia – Early Decision and Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 5
  29. University of Florida – Early Decision: November 1. Applications received after this date will be considered on a space-available basis, with a hard deadline of March 1.
  30. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – Early Action: October 15, Regular Decision: January 15
  31. Wake Forest University – Early Decision I: November 15, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 1
  32. Tufts University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 4
  33. University of California, Santa Barbara – Regular Decision: November 30
  34. University of California, Irvine – Regular Decision: November 30
  35. University of California, San Diego – Regular Decision: November 30
  36. Boston College – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 3
  37. University of Rochester – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 5
  38. University of California, Davis – Regular Decision: November 30
  39. University of Texas at Austin – Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: December 1
  40. University of Wisconsin—Madison – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 16
  41. Boston University – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 16
  42. University of Illinois Urbana—Champaign – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 5
  43. William & Mary – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 1
  44. Brandeis University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 2
  45. Case Western Reserve University – Early Action and Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 15
  46. Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) – Early Action I for Georgia students: October 16, Early Action I for non-Georgia students: November 1, Regular Decision: January 4
  47. Northeastern University – Early Action and Early Decision I: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: January 1
  48. Tulane University – Early Decision I: November 1, Early Action: November 15, Early Decision II: January 13, Regular Decision: February 1
  49. The Ohio State University – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: February 1
  50. University of Georgia – Early Action: October 15, Regular Decision: January 1

Other Popular Choices For KD Students

  • The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) – Early Decision: December 1, Regular Decision: May 1.
  • University of North Texas (UNT) – Rolling admissions with Priority Date for scholarship consideration: March 1
  • Texas A&M – Early Action Engineering Deadline: October 15, Regular Decision: December 1
  • Texas Christian University – Early Action & Early Decision I: November 1, Regular Decision & Early Decision II: February 1
  • Colorado School of Mines – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 15
  • Pepperdine University – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 15
  • Fordham University – Early Action and Early Decision: November 1, Regular Decision: January 1, BFA in Dance and BA in Theatre/Priority Performance Deadline: November 1
  • University of Oklahoma (OU) – For consideration for scholarships: December 15, Regular Decision: February 1
  • Texas Tech University – Early Decision and scholarship consideration: December 1. Admission and scholarship applications will continue to be accepted after the deadline, with no specified end date.
  • Baylor University – Early Decision and Early Action: November 1, Early Decision II and Regular Decision: February 1
  • Southern Methodist University (SMU) – Early Action and Early Decision I: November 1, Regular Decision and Early Decision II: January 15
  • University of Alabama – Early Decision and scholarship consideration: January 15. Regular Decision: Admission applications considered on a space-available basis after January 15.
  • Purdue University – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: January 15
  • Loyola University-Chicago – Priority Deadline: December 1, Merit Scholarship Consideration: February 1
  • Indiana University-Bloomington – Early Action: November 1, Regular Decision: February 1
  • Oklahoma State University – Rolling admission. Apply by November 1 for Early Opportunity Scholarship consideration. The scholarship consideration hard deadline is February 1.
  • United States Military Academy West Point – Application window opens on February 1. Applicants are urged to complete the application as soon as possible, as nominations, medical exams, and candidate fitness assessments are required.
  • United States Air Force Academy – Regular Decision: December 31
  • United States Naval Academy – You should begin the preliminary application during your junior year; no set deadline. Applications must be finalized by Jan. 31.

Application Deadlines Defined: How to Choose Wisely

College application deadlines can be confusing! You can use this reference guide to decipher the different types of deadlines. If you need personalized help with navigating the college application process, KD College Prep is here for you!

Early Action

Early Action (EA) gives you the option to apply early—that is, before the regular decision deadlines. It’s non-binding. Early Action could be right for you if you already have your applications ready early on in your senior year.

Applying Early Action can demonstrate enthusiasm and preparedness to colleges. In addition, you’ll get an earlier admission decision, which means less time staring at the mailbox and more time to celebrate your acceptance. For example, if you get your application in by November 1, you could be celebrating your acceptance before the end of the calendar year.

Watch the deadlines, because some colleges offer EA and some also offer EA II, which is another round of Early Action before regular deadlines hit.

Single Choice or Restrictive Action

Single Choice/Restrictive Early Action is the same as EA, except that you can only apply early at one school. It’s also non-binding. This type of early action shows the school that it is your top choice. Each college can have different restrictions, so it’s important to read the fine print.

Early Decision

Early Decision (ED) means you will apply early and agree to enroll if accepted. This is the binding one, so think very carefully about your choice.

Early Decision is pretty similar to single choice early action in that you will apply early to only one university. It’s different in that if you’re accepted, that’s where you’re definitely going to college. You should only apply Early Decision if you are absolutely 110% certain that you know where you want to go to college. If the college accepts you, you’ve already committed to attending it.

It’s a fast and furious application, usually with college application deadlines in November and decisions in December.

Note: You might be able to apply for one Early Decision and several Early Actions at the same time. Check on the restrictions for the schools you are interested in. Early Action doesn’t come with any agreements to attend a school, while Early Decision does.

Regular Decision

Regular Decision is the most common type of college application deadline, with due dates ranging from December to March (and sometimes later) and college decisions in April. It’s non-binding.

Regular Decision is the route that most people go with applications. Plus, many schools offer only Regular Decision, with no other types of college application deadlines available.

Rolling Admission

Rolling admission means that there isn’t a hard-and-fast deadline for college applications. The college will accept applications until all spots are filled. Rolling admission is non-binding.

What’s great about rolling admission is that it allows you to apply both before and after the regular decision time frame. The application window could be open as late as August to August!

Colleges with rolling admissions usually communicate their decisions quickly, so there’s less time spent waiting. On the other hand, when all the spots are gone, there’s no possibility of getting accepted.

A further complication with rolling admission is that spots could fill up in certain majors before others, so you would need to check with the department as well as the admissions office to ensure there is still space.

To recap, here are the four major types of admission with their general college application deadlines.

  • Early Action – Usually starts in November
  • Early Decision – November
  • Regular Decision – December-April
  • Rolling Admission – August-August

The two “early” options usually respond in December. Regular Decision schools give you a response in or before April. Rolling gives you a quick decision whenever you apply as long as seats are available.

Remember, always contact a university’s admissions department for specific answers regarding college application deadlines.

How many colleges can I apply early to?

You are only allowed to apply Early Decision to one college. If accepted, you have already agreed to attend. It’s a binding decision, so be absolutely certain that you would like to attend that school if accepted.

What happens if you don’t get accepted Early Decision?

If you apply to a school on an Early Decision basis, it means that you have your heart set on attending that college. Getting rejected for your top choice can really sting, but do try to see it as a “when one door closes, another opens” situation. Perhaps your next top choice was really the better fit for you, after all.

Can I decline if I get accepted Early Decision?

Early Decision is binding. However, in limited circumstances, you may be able to decline. Every school has its own policies, but in general, if you experience a drastic life change, a substantial change in finances, or if you don’t receive the financial aid package that you expected, then the school may let you off the hook.

Is it better to apply for Early Decision or Regular Decision?

It depends! Remember that Early Decision is binding. If you are absolutely, positively certain that your top choice is the right school for you, then you may want to apply Early Decision. Applying Early Decision may improve your chances of being accepted, since the admissions officers can see that you are committed to that particular college. On the other hand, if you aren’t totally sure about where you want to go to school, then it’s better to apply Regular Decision.

When should I expect to hear back from colleges?

Each school follows their own timeline. In general, if you apply to a school with a rolling admissions policy, you may hear back within four to six weeks after submitting the application. If you applied Early Decision, you may hear back by December, January, or February. If you applied Regular Decision, you’ll likely hear back from mid-March through early April.

Need help with your college applications?

When you work with KD College Prep, you’ll get expert help to navigate the college applications process from start to finish. Choose from a range of college counseling programs designed to fit your needs, like the APPLY NOW! Boot Camp for seniors and Select™ Sessions that provide customized assistance. We can’t wait to see you become our next success story! Schedule your free consultation to learn more.

Jacky Gilchrist is a blog writer at KD College Prep.

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“I just wanted to say thank you to KD for all the help and support you’ve given over the past couple years! I was able to get the scores I wanted for the PSAT, SAT®, and ACT® tests. The resources were... Read more...

Advika R. – Class of 2022

“I shifted toward taking practice tests and going to workshops because I felt those were the best ways to apply the concepts (I was) learning in class. I started applying the tips and tricks that the teachers were showing me in class. In conjunction, those two things helped me raise my score a lot because I was not a math kid before KD or high school. The repetition and being able to practice in a non-stressful environment and simulating that testing experience is something that was very beneficial for me... “The college counseling team was super patient and honest about the work I was submitting. I know for a lot of kids, it’s hard to articulate who you are through 250-300 words. It was definitely... Read more...
“I shifted toward taking practice tests and going to workshops because I felt those were the best ways to apply the concepts (I was) learning in class. I started applying the tips and tricks that the teachers were showing me in... Read more...

Blaine W. – Class of 2021

“Both of my sons have been guided by KD College Prep counselor Steve Peifer on their journey to finding the right college for them, and we could not have had a better experience and outcome. My oldest son is now a rising junior at the University of Miami, and my youngest son is an incoming freshman at Vanderbilt University. Steve’s help in navigating the complicated college landscape and finding the BEST FIT for my two sons is what has made this resource invaluable. “What made the biggest difference for my two sons was the depth and breadth of knowledge Steve has of the many universities and colleges in the U.S. First, by getting to know my kids on a one-on-one basis, he was able to... Read more...
“Both of my sons have been guided by KD College Prep counselor Steve Peifer on their journey to finding the right college for them, and we could not have had a better experience and outcome. My oldest son is now a... Read more...

Julio M. – Parent

“My daughter loved the program—the program materials and the teachers both online and in person. She participated in a year of online and a year of in person. It was incredible enrichment and helped her keep her skills sharp over the summer. She liked being challenged academically, and she loved taking classes with high school students who were focused on their college goals. These students were also excellent role models! The lessons were especially important during the pandemic when it wasn’t a typical middle school experience.”
“My daughter loved the program—the program materials and the teachers both online and in person. She participated in a year of online and a year of in person. It was incredible enrichment and helped her keep her skills sharp over the... Read more...

Beth L. – Advanced Start™ Parent

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“I wanted to say thank you to all of the teachers and directors at KD for helping me get a great score on the SAT® test. I started with a 1250 on the first KD test I took, and I got a 1530 on the December 5th SAT test. KD played a huge role in this, and I just wanted to say thanks to everyone there for helping me achieve this.”
“I wanted to say thank you to all of the teachers and directors at KD for helping me get a great score on the SAT® test. I started with a 1250 on the first KD test I took, and I got... Read more...

Vyom S. – Class of 2022

"Our twin 16-year-old boys used KD College Prep to study/practice for the PSAT test, and we believe the classes and coaching were invaluable. Very professional and concise. Worth every penny!"
"Our twin 16-year-old boys used KD College Prep to study/practice for the PSAT test, and we believe the classes and coaching were invaluable. Very professional and concise. Worth every penny!"

Jerry – Sons, Class of 2022

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“I'm writing to thank the KD team for all the help and guidance over the last couple of years! All the resources provided were very useful to me and helped me achieve the scores I was aiming for on the PSAT, SAT®, and ACT® tests (1520, 1580, and 34). I really appreciate everyone's willingness to be flexible and accommodate my requests!”
“I'm writing to thank the KD team for all the help and guidance over the last couple of years! All the resources provided were very useful to me and helped me achieve the scores I was aiming for on the PSAT,... Read more...

Mithra A. – Class of 2022

"The resources that KD offers have greatly prepared me for the college admissions process. Without KD, I would not have been this prepared and confident... I am a rising senior, and I ended up receiving a 1570 on my SAT® test (third time) and a 35 on my ACT® test (first time). I remember the first ever practice test I took for the SAT test was a 1230 (about 1.5 yrs ago) and the first ever practice test I took for the ACT test was a 31 or 32 (about 6 months ago)."
"The resources that KD offers have greatly prepared me for the college admissions process. Without KD, I would not have been this prepared and confident... I am a rising senior, and I ended up receiving a 1570 on my SAT® test... Read more...

Elise P. – Class of 2022

“I want to thank KD College Prep for helping both of my kids over the last years reach successful outcomes on their SAT® and ACT® scores, which helped them get into great colleges. I found the college prep class for parents very informative and helpful during the process as well.  My son (Jacob) graduated in 2018 and got a 32 on the ACT test. got accepted into Texas A&M but chose Baylor for Health Sciences.  My daughter (Morgan) graduated in 2020 and got a 1450 on the SAT test and a 32 on the ACT test. got into an Ivy League school (Cornell) for Engineering.  Both my kids say that they apply the test taking skills they learned at KD Prep to... Read more...
“I want to thank KD College Prep for helping both of my kids over the last years reach successful outcomes on their SAT® and ACT® scores, which helped them get into great colleges. I found the college prep class for parents... Read more...

Jon D. – Parent

“Coming into this whole process, I had absolutely no idea what anything was, and your help was invaluable—your encouraging words, strategic advice, and wholesome stories and jokes really got me through a stressful time! I'm still on the waitlist at Harvard and other schools, but I've really started to immerse into the Emory culture, especially their debate team. Not having to pay for college and still attend a private institution is really a dream come true, and it wouldn't be possible if it were not for you.”
“Coming into this whole process, I had absolutely no idea what anything was, and your help was invaluable—your encouraging words, strategic advice, and wholesome stories and jokes really got me through a stressful time! I'm still on the waitlist at Harvard... Read more...

Shreyas R. – Class of 2020

“The most beneficial guidance I received during my College Counseling experience was being taught that it's completely ok to not know what I want to do with the rest of my life at 17/18 years old. Steve told me that a good school will help me find my path. Also, Steve's knowledge about what colleges were wanting to see in potential admissions candidates was a huge help... “There was not one specific beneficial moment or turning point in my time working with Steve, there were many. He encouraged me during the entire application process and brought to my attention many colleges I wouldn't have considered or heard about without his help.”
“The most beneficial guidance I received during my College Counseling experience was being taught that it's completely ok to not know what I want to do with the rest of my life at 17/18 years old. Steve told me that a... Read more...

Jake W. – Class of 2020

"I'm very happy my daughter chose KD as her learning partner to achieve her goals. All the experiences with KD and the Directors there are fabulous. My daughter has improved significantly."
"I'm very happy my daughter chose KD as her learning partner to achieve her goals. All the experiences with KD and the Directors there are fabulous. My daughter has improved significantly."

Zarni, Daughter – Class of 2021

"I took KD classes the summer before my junior year, and I was finished with my SAT® test by December...The test prep classes also helped me earn the award of National Merit® Finalist."
"I took KD classes the summer before my junior year, and I was finished with my SAT® test by December...The test prep classes also helped me earn the award of National Merit® Finalist."

Claire I. – Class of 2020

"It's been super helpful, and I've noticed my scores go up both on my SAT®/ACT® scores as well as test scores in school... Overall, I believe this to be the best college prep that money can buy."
"It's been super helpful, and I've noticed my scores go up both on my SAT®/ACT® scores as well as test scores in school... Overall, I believe this to be the best college prep that money can buy."

Gopi C. – Class of 2021

"KD helped me come up with a game plan for the colleges I wanted to attend, as well as any backups, and how to manage my time during this stressful period. They helped to ease the stress and made sure that I would be successful in whichever college I picked, and I am eternally grateful for all their help and hard work!"
"KD helped me come up with a game plan for the colleges I wanted to attend, as well as any backups, and how to manage my time during this stressful period. They helped to ease the stress and made... Read more...

Omar S. – Class of 2020

"My initial goals when I first started working with the KD Counseling crew was to compile a list of colleges that I would be somewhat interested in attending and fit my career goals. I think that this step I was by far the most concerned about. I didn’t know how exactly I should go about choosing which places to apply to and if I were to be accepted, if they would fit me. The team did a wonderful job considering my likes and dislikes and helped me compile a list of colleges that suited my tastes and would further my academic career. "After this integral first step, my focus turned towards time management and writing quality essays that would stand out to colleges. I got... Read more...
"My initial goals when I first started working with the KD Counseling crew was to compile a list of colleges that I would be somewhat interested in attending and fit my career goals. I think that this step I was by... Read more...

Nina H. – Class of 2020

"I was thankful for all the help I received from KD in preparing for my SAT® and ACT® exams. The workshops they offered, as well as the practice exams, gave me the tools I needed to do my very best."
"I was thankful for all the help I received from KD in preparing for my SAT® and ACT® exams. The workshops they offered, as well as the practice exams, gave me the tools I needed to do my very best."

Morgan D. – Class of 2020

"KDCP is a must for students wanting to stay a step ahead of the game for getting into college. My son has gained huge insight from the ACT®/SAT® practice workshops, practice tests, and essay class."
"KDCP is a must for students wanting to stay a step ahead of the game for getting into college. My son has gained huge insight from the ACT®/SAT® practice workshops, practice tests, and essay class."

Tiffany – Son, Class of 2021

"KD helped to increase the efficiencies of how I took the national exams. I was also able to implement these efficiencies in my daily school studies within the IB program at PESH. I would (and have) recommend KD to those students wanting an edge on their national test scores!"
"KD helped to increase the efficiencies of how I took the national exams. I was also able to implement these efficiencies in my daily school studies within the IB program at PESH. I would (and have) recommend KD to those students... Read more...

Daniel J. – Class of 2020

"Not only have I been able to significantly improve my test scores, I have learned a tremendous amount of information about the college application process due to complimentary events that KD offers."
"Not only have I been able to significantly improve my test scores, I have learned a tremendous amount of information about the college application process due to complimentary events that KD offers."

Sam H. – Class of 2020

"I came to KD the summer before my senior year with only my determination and big goals! KD provided me with the resources necessary to improve my test score to increase my chances at my dream school, Notre Dame, with the help from amazing teachers and staff. I am so grateful for KD!"
"I came to KD the summer before my senior year with only my determination and big goals! KD provided me with the resources necessary to improve my test score to increase my chances at my dream school, Notre Dame, with the... Read more...

Matt K. – Class of 2020

"I started classes at KD the summer before 9th grade. I...made a perfect score on the PSAT (earning the National Merit® scholarship) and, after taking the SAT® test only once (a relief!), scored a 1590/1600."
"I started classes at KD the summer before 9th grade. I...made a perfect score on the PSAT (earning the National Merit® scholarship) and, after taking the SAT® test only once (a relief!), scored a 1590/1600."

Thomas D. – Class of 2019

"In just one year, I was able to raise my score by 300 points and get into my dream school."
"In just one year, I was able to raise my score by 300 points and get into my dream school."

Piper F. – Class of 2020

"Having our recent GHS graduate attend KD was life changing. It provided our son with choices and opportunities that he might not have had otherwise."
"Having our recent GHS graduate attend KD was life changing. It provided our son with choices and opportunities that he might not have had otherwise."

Kathy – Son attends Mizzou

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“I came to KD College Prep after already using another tutoring service which we were not seeing results with. Due to time constraints, the traditional classes were not going to be feasible for my daughter. They took the time to figure out a personal plan that would work for her and were always available for our questions and helping her reach her goals. Every employee from the managers to the students working at their locations are top notch.”
“I came to KD College Prep after already using another tutoring service which we were not seeing results with. Due to time constraints, the traditional classes were not going to be feasible for my daughter. They took the time to figure... Read more...

Tracy – Daughter, Class of 2020

"The KD College Prep course not only provided test practice but also motivated her to work hard for her college applications. It gave her the confidence to dream big!"

"The KD College Prep course not only provided test practice but also motivated her to work hard for her college applications. It gave her the confidence to dream big!"

Prema – Daughter attends Rice

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