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Early Decision is one of the ways incoming first-year students can choose to submit their application, and we\u2019re here to break down the benefits of this early, binding admissions plan. Ultimately, when and how you apply to Clark is your choice, and we\u2019re excited to read your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benefits of Early Decision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If Clark is your clear first choice, Early Decision can help you move from applying to belonging sooner. Early Decision is binding, which means you agree to enroll at Clark if admitted. In return, you receive several benefits designed to make your transition to Clark easier and more exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know sooner that you have found your future home at Clark<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Receive your admission decision and scholarship notification by Thanksgiving, giving you more time to celebrate, plan, and enjoy the rest of senior year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Receive early scholarship consideration<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your application is reviewed early in the admission cycle, when Clark begins awarding merit scholarships. Which means you are committing to Clark at the perfect time, when the greatest amount of scholarship funding is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Be considered early for Clark Honors<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clark Honors has limited space. Applying Early Decision places you among the first students considered as the Honors class begins to take shape, and you will receive your Honors decision sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Show Clark it is your first choice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Decision makes your commitment clear. Your application is reviewed early, as Clark begins building the incoming class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get an early start on housing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore your housing options sooner and receive early access to the housing process, including a one-on-one consultation about preferences, roommates, and what to expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Choose your preferred roommate<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Already know who you want to live with? You may request that person as your first-year roommate. If not, Clark can help you find a good match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get priority access to admitted student experiences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Receive priority registration for Destination Clark dates and select admitted-student experiences, some of which reach capacity and develop waitlists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Start planning your academic path<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet early with an academic adviser to discuss your interests, possible majors, academic opportunities, and questions about your first year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Move in early<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy extra time to unpack, settle into your residence hall, and make yourself at home before the rest of the incoming class arrives. Students who apply Early Decision have the advantage of moving in one day early!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Park free for your first year<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bringing a car to campus? Early Decision students receive first-year parking at no cost, a $250 value. This gives you a chance to explore Worcester and beyond on your time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Receive a $100 Campus Store gift card<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use your gift card for supplies, Clark gear, or something else to help you prepare for your first semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get your Clark swag early<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate your decision with Clark swag before other admitted students and start showing your Clark pride right away.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What is Early Decision at Clark?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Early Decision (ED) is a binding agreement you make with Clark. By applying ED, you are indicating that Clark is your top choice. If you are admitted, you are asked to withdraw applications from other schools and enroll at Clark early. To qualify, your school counselor, a parent or guardian, and you must sign and submit the Early Decision Agreement Form along with your application. You must also apply by one of our two deadlines: Nov. 1 and Jan. 15.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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