When Do Brown Decisions Come Out? Class of 2031 Notification Dates

Brown’s Early Decision (ED) results come out in mid-December, while Regular Decision (RD) results are released on Ivy Day, which is typically late March. Waitlisted and transfer applicants hear back on different dates.

Knowing when Brown decisions come out makes it easier to plan your next steps. Below, we’ll tell you the notification dates for the Class of 2031, the possible outcomes you’ll receive, and what to do.

• When Does Brown Release Decisions?
• When Do Brown Waitlist Decisions Come Out?
• When Do Brown Transfer Decisions Come Out?
• What to Do After Receiving Your Brown Decision
• Waiting on Brown’s Decision? Get Expert Guidance
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Takeaways

When Does Brown Release Decisions?

Brown releases admissions decisions twice a year for first-year applicants::

Source: Brown Undergraduate Admission

For the Class of 2030, Brown released ED decisions on December 17, 2025. Meanwhile, it released RD decisions on March 26, 2026, alongside other Ivy League schools.

When do Brown Early Decision decisions come out?

Brown ED decisions come out in mid-December, and the deadline is November 1. Brown sends an email notifying you when your decision letter is ready to be viewed in your Brown Applicant Portal.

The three possible outcomes are:

• An admit, which means you’ll have to withdraw your applications to other schools and commit to Brown.
• A defer, which means your application will get a second review in the RD pool.
• A deny, which means your application has been closed for the cycle.

When do Brown Regular Decision results come out?

Brown’s RD decisions come out in late March on Ivy Day, together with other Ivy League schools. If you’re admitted, you have until May 1 to reply. Similar to ED, Brown notifies applicants through email, and the portal holds the actual decision letter.

There are three possible outcomes:

• An admit means you have until May 1 to decide whether to enroll.
• A waitlist means you can opt in for consideration in case spots open up after May 1.
• A deny means your application is closed for the cycle.

Haven’t applied yet? See every Brown application deadline

If you know when Brown decisions come out, then it becomes easier to prepare for your next steps, regardless of the result you get. But first, you’ll need to hit their deadlines. Check out our blog on Brown’s application deadlines to see the important dates you need to know.

When Do Brown Waitlist Decisions Come Out?

Brown doesn’t explicitly mention when waitlist decisions come out, but since waitlisted students are admitted depending on how many admitted students choose to not enroll, you can expect decisions to come on a rolling basis from mid-May through the end of June.

To be reconsidered for admission, you’ll need to officially opt in to be part of the waitlist.

When Do Brown Transfer Decisions Come Out?

Brown transfer decisions for Spring entry come out in late November, and admits will have to commit by early December. Meanwhile, Fall entry applicants receive their decisions by mid-May, and admits have to reply by late May.

What to Do After Receiving Your Brown Decision

Your next steps depends on what decision you get from Brown:

If you’re accepted off of Brown’s waitlist and you want to accept, you can withdraw from the school where you sent a deposit, but you’ll have to forfeit the non-refundable deposit. However, Brown’s waitlist is unpredictable, so it’s still a good move to commit to another school by May 1.

If you’re denied and you still want Brown to be part of your college journey, you can still reapply as a transfer student in the next admissions cycle.

Waiting on Brown’s Decision? Get Expert Guidance

Are you still putting your application together? Or maybe you’re already waiting for a decision from Brown? No matter which part of the application process you’re in, there’s always a chance to strengthen your profile.

If you’re still building your application, our Standard College Counseling program pairs you with an advisor who offers strategic guidance throughout every stage of the admissions process, whether you’re still choosing competitions to join or already putting together your activity list for the Common App.

If you need help only in a certain part of your application, or you’ve been deferred or waitlisted and need help writing a letter of continued interest, the Ad Hoc Consulting option offers short-term guidance for what you need it for the most.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What time of day do Brown decisions come out?

Brown decisions typically come out around 7:00 PM Eastern Time.

2. When does Brown release ED results?

Brown releases ED results in mid-December. For the Class of 2030, decisions were released on December 17, 2025.

3. When does Brown release Regular Decision results?

Brown releases RD results in late March alongside other Ivy League schools on Ivy Day. For the Class of 2030, that was March 26, 2026.

4. Can I appeal if Brown rejects my application?

No, you can’t appeal if Brown rejects your application. There is no formal appeals process for rejected students, making all admissions decisions final.

5. How does Brown notify applicants of their decision?

Brown notifies applicants of their decision by sending an email informing them that their decision letter is ready, then applicants will have to log in to the Brown Applicant Portal to view the official decision letter.

Takeaways

• Brown ED results are released in mid-December, and late March or early April for RD applicants.
• Waitlisted decisions are released on a rolling basis from mid-May to the end of June.
• Transfer decisions are released in late November for Spring entry applicants and mid-May for Fall entry applicants.
• ED applicants receive an admit, defer, or deny decision. Meanwhile, RD applicants receive an admit, waitlist, or deny.
• If you still need help strengthening your profile, working with a college admissions consultant can help increase your chances of being admitted.