Admissions Expertise Is early decision important for international students? Early decision is a wonderful for option for any student who knows that this school is the right fit for him or her. That is the reason to go early decision. Unfortunately, these days, going early decision does give you an advantage at some schools, especially if you do not have to worry about finances. In this sense, going ED can help tip the balance in your favor in some instances. But the most important part about going ED - international or domestic - is that the school is the right fit for you. Want to see all of Anne's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in International Students? Click here to see all expertise