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Should You Apply Early Decision to UF or FSU? How We're Advising Families
UF and FSU both added binding Early Decision for Fall 2027. Our college planning team on who should use it, the honors trap, and why EA got harder.
Florida Prepaid Opens Year-Round Enrollment in 2026
Florida Prepaid 529 plans are now available year-round for the first time in 35+ years. What changed on May 29, 2026, and what it still doesn't replace.
UF Early Decision for Fall 2027: Binding Rules, Deadlines, and How It Compares to FSU
The University of Florida just added binding Early Decision for Fall 2027. Deadlines, Bright Futures impact, and how UF ED compares to FSU, from JRA.
FSU Binding Early Decision for Fall 2027: Deadlines, Rules, and Strategy
FSU is adding a binding Early Decision option for Fall 2027. Learn how it works, the October 15 deadline, who qualifies, and whether ED fits your application strategy.