Applying to Brown Early Decision comes with some advantages. The rate of acceptance is higher than in the regular decision round, and you can confirm your plans for college months before the regular decision cycle sorts things out for most students. There’s one other advantage, though, that may feel, in this precise moment, like a set-back: Deferral. Getting deferred by your dream school isn’t the ideal outcome, but it also isn’t the worst possible result. You are still in the game, and in this post, we’re going to break down what you need to know to increase your chances of turning your deferral into an acceptance. We’ll also dive into everything else you must tackle to ensure your entire college application process is a massive success.

Brown is the “creative Ivy.” A member of the famed Ivy League, Brown embraces opportunities to approach any subject from a creative perspective — whether it’s overtly ‘artsy’ or not. It’s also the only Ivy League school with a truly Open Curriculum. At Brown, you take what you want, when you want, within the context of your course of study. This encourages both exploration and depth, pushing you to try new things and test your academic boundaries. Brown attracts tens of thousands of applicants from around the globe, and competition for a spot is fierce. The acceptance rate has held at just over 5% for the past two years, for both the Class of 2027 and the Class of 2028.

Brown is an Ivy League university in Providence, Rhode Island with an open curriculum. They challenge students to create their own path, charting a track through the university that takes them where they want to go — on their own terms. It is a unique, highly-respected, and selective education in an urban setting with a strong campus culture and a vibrant creative community for the 7,000 undergraduate students who call it home.

Ok. Time to gather ‘round. You want to know how to demonstrate interest effectively at Brown, and we have a bit of veteran wisdom for you. Frankly, we all know what it’s like to use eagerness as a blunt instrument. Basically, genuine interest is our secret weapon.