As the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) approaches in 100 days, students need to prepare not only for the exam but also for the early admissions strategy that is just a month away.
The application period for early admissions will take place from September 7 to 11, with universities conducting the process for at least three days. Students can apply for a maximum of six early admission opportunities.
However, there are important considerations after receiving early admission results. Those who are initially accepted, as well as those who are accepted from the waiting list, cannot apply for regular admissions or additional admissions, regardless of their registration status.
This situation, known as 'early admission kidnapping' in the admissions community, occurs when a student is accepted to a university they deemed appropriate or a stretch but later achieves a higher-than-expected score on the CSAT, preventing them from applying to their preferred university through regular admissions.
Importantly, this rule applies not only to initial acceptances but also to those who receive a waiting list number and are later accepted. Even if they do not register or choose to forgo registration, they will not regain eligibility to apply for regular admissions.
On the other hand, students who are completely rejected from early admissions or fail to meet the minimum CSAT score requirements will still be eligible to apply for regular admissions.
Therefore, students preparing for early admissions should consider not only their chances of acceptance but also whether they genuinely intend to enroll in the universities they apply to. This is especially crucial for those who anticipate an increase in their CSAT scores, as overly ambitious applications should be approached with caution.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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