Applying early action can help students reduce senior-year stress and boost peace of mind.

Applying to college must be considered is whether to apply to a college early. The most common way to apply to a college early is through early decision, in which a student commits, if accepted, to attending the college to which he or she is applying early.

Here are three situations where it would make sense to apply to college via early action:
1. As a non-binding alternative to early decision
2. To improve peace of mind
3.f your application profile is already top-notch

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http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/college-admissions-playbook/2013/09/09/3-reasons-to-apply-early-action-to-college?int=96f308