Early Decision at Brandeis

If you know that Brandeis is your first choice school, we encourage you to apply Early Decision! Brandeis offers two rounds of early decision, allowing you to commit to Brandeis and finish your senior year without the stress of college decisions.

Admissions Deadlines

First-Year Applicants Deadline       Notification      
Early Decision I Nov. 3 Dec. 15
Early Decision II Jan. 15 Feb. 28

Get early access to the Brandeis experience.

As a student admitted through Early Decision, you become a part of our community while still finishing high school. You'll get to connect with future classmates and current Brandeis students and also receive early access to many aspects of the Brandeis experience.

  • Virtual advising through the Hiatt Career Center from the talented Hiatt team as you consider jobs, internships, and other experiences for the summer after high school graduation and before you begin at Brandeis. This is a first step on your Brandeis-support path to gain critical real-world experience, adaptable skills and the mentorship that will enable a life of purposeful leadership.
  • Priority registration for Pre-Orientation Programs gets you on-campus early with your first choice priority consideration during the pre-orientation application process. Pre-Orientation Programs include topics such as service and leadership, Hillel and queer academics and activism. Program topics for August 2026 will be announced in May. 
  • One free online Brandeis Summer School course during the summer between your first and second years, allowing you to explore academic interests or fulfill a degree requirement in accelerated and flexible formats that fit in with your summer plans. 
  • One additional year of guaranteed on-campus housing, ensuring your access to our exceptional residential community for three years instead of the typical two. The Office of Community Living cultivates an inclusive, diverse and cooperative living and learning environment that will support you while you develop lifelong friendships with your fellow Brandeisians.

Here’s what you need to know about applying Early Decision at Brandeis.

  • Early Decision at Brandeis is binding. Early Decision applicants must complete the Early Decision Agreement. 
  • The only different between Early Decision 1 and Early Decision 2 is the timing. Some students are able to make a binding decision by November, while others need more time to decide that Brandeis is their first choice. 
  • Brandeis is proud to meet 100% of calculated financial need. The financial aid award you are eligible for as an Early Decision candidate is the same package you would receive as a Regular Decision candidate. Early Decision candidates are also eligible for merit scholarships. We encourage you to use our financial aid calculators to estimate the aid you could receive.
  • You’ll become a part of our community while you’re still finishing high school, getting to connect with your future classmates and current Brandeis students.

If you’re ready to apply, review our application requirements and get started on your application.

Questions?

We’re here to help. Please reach out to your regional admissions counselor to discuss if Early Decision is right for you.