Early admissions results offer one of the clearest windows into where selective colleges are headed. In this timely webinar, we will break down what this year’s early decision and early action outcomes reveal about acceptance trends, institutional priorities, and shifting expectations.

We’ll translate changes in selectivity, applicant behavior, and evaluation criteria into clear guidance families can use right now—whether navigating regular decision this spring or planning ahead for the next admissions cycle. You’ll learn how early results influence regular decision outcomes, what colleges are rewarding in an increasingly competitive pool, and how students can position themselves more thoughtfully moving forward.

Families will leave with concrete next steps, a clearer sense of what matters most, and a strategy that aligns with their student’s goals and strengths.

Meet the Panel

Lisa Bain Carlton - ESM Prep | College MatchPoint
Bob Carlton - ESM Prep | College MatchPoint
Amanda Edelhart - ESM Prep | College MatchPoint
Jed Applerouth - Applerouth Education