Harvard's "Unofficial" Early Admissions Process

Even though Harvard officially scrapped its early admissions program in 2007, some applicants receive early indications that they might be getting in. In an unofficial process called "indicators of admission," Harvard—and some other Ivies—will provide feedback on certain students' chances of admission. Students may learn that they are "likely," "possible," or "unlikely" to be admitted, which can help them to make decisions about how to approach the rest of their admissions options. This courtesy is more likely to be extended to highly courted applicants, such as heavily recruited athletes. Learn more here.