Early Decision (ED) differs from Early Action (EA) in that ED is:

The correct answer to the question "Early Decision (ED) differs from Early Action (EA) in that ED is:" is Option B: Binding, meaning the student commits to enrolling if accepted and must withdraw other applications.

The other options — A) Non-binding and allows multiple applications, C) Available only to athletes, D) The same as regular decision — are incorrect for this College Advising question. As explained above: ED = binding agreement to enroll if accepted; apply to only one ED school. EA = non-binding early notification; apply to multiple EA schools. REA/SCEA (Restrictive EA): non-binding but limits other e…