Colleges have different timetables for when they accept students. Your deadline for applying to a particular college is determined by its timetable and the admissions option you choose.

Competitive colleges with limited space usually have very strict deadlines for applications. Some colleges have priority deadlines—students who apply by the deadline may have a better chance of being accepted. Open-admissions colleges usually accept applications until the start of each term. They may, however, have deadlines for applying to certain programs. (more…)