Deadline for Accepting Acceptances?

[ATLPCV]

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Maybe I'm an idiot, but I can't find this information anywhere...

Does anyone know when deadlines tend to be for officially accepting an acceptance? For example, in the case that I'm admitted into two schools , until when will I have to make a final decision? I'm sure it differs a little by school, but is there any sort of industry standard? In particular, I'd appreciate any information you guys have about Emory.

Also, does anyone know of a less ridiculous way to say "accepting acceptances"?

 

[werd814]

April 15, usually. There's even some agreement between grad schools floating around somewhere on the interwebs that says they will not force you to make a decision until (e.g. offer deadlines to accept funding earlier than) April 15... not sure if it applies to professional schools or SPHs though.

Edit: here it is
http://www.cgsnet.org/Default.aspx?tabid=201

 

[Stories]

You can also often ask for extensions. So if you're really feeling pinched, definitely ask for an extension. Most schools will honor these requests.