If I rank Dartmouth but don't match with Dartmouth what happens next?

QuestBridge Finalists who ranked Dartmouth during the 2023 National College Match and did not match with a binding college partner will receive information about how to pursue the following next steps on Monday, December 4, 2023.

Early Decision
If Dartmouth is your definitive first choice, you may roll your QuestBridge application into our Early Decision pool. With this process, you agree that if admitted you will enroll at Dartmouth and withdraw any applications you may have submitted to other institutions. If you wish to take advantage of this option, please make sure the following materials are completed in the Dartmouth Application Portal by Wednesday, December 6, 2023:

1. A completed Early Decision Agreement Form. This must be digitally signed by your parent/guardian and school counselor (required). 
2. A completed Dartmouth Writing Supplement and QuestBridge Addendum. If you haven't already completed this, be sure to do so by the Wednesday, December 6, 2023 deadline (required). 
3. Submit a Peer Recommendation (optional). 

If you have questions, please reach out to apply@dartmouth.edu.

Regular Decision
All Finalists who ranked Dartmouth for the Match, but did not match to a binding college will automatically have their applications moved into the Regular Decision process. If you have not already completed the Dartmouth Writing Supplement and QuestBridge Addendum, you should do so in your Dartmouth Application Portal. Please submit your Midyear Report with an updated transcript and any relevant updates. You are also encouraged to complete a Peer Recommendation. You may submit this through the Dartmouth Application Portal or by emailing Dartmouth with the following subject line:  "Peer Recommendation for [Your First and Last Name]." Your peer may also send us the recommendation directly.

If you no longer wish to be considered, you must request that your application be withdrawn by completing the "Application Withdrawal Request Form," available through the Dartmouth Application Portal. 

• Are my chances of getting into Dartmouth different depending on how I apply?

• Will my financial aid offer be different if I am admitted through Early or Regular Decision and not the Match?

• If I share my QuestBridge Application with Dartmouth, should I also submit the Dartmouth writing supplement or peer recommendation?