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title: What is the Equal Consideration Deadline (ECD)?
description: The ECD is the UCAS deadline by which applications must be submitted to receive equal consideration. After this date, universities may close courses if they are full.
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/what-is-the-equal-consideration-deadline-ecd/"
updated: "2026-01-12"
category: Application Essentials
---

# What is the Equal Consideration Deadline (ECD)?

The ECD is the UCAS deadline by which applications must be submitted to receive equal consideration. After this date, universities may close courses if they are full.