Lets think about this, I am OK with not getting in until the 20th, since I took 2 weeks vacation. But if I get early access, I would take more. Unfortunatly there is not even a rough estimate of schedule, so calling in sick may be the only option the day of notification.
This will only give SW:TOR a bad image in the view of non-gamers (also spoken "potential gamers").
The sad thing is that so many people are crying foul, I understand why they are so afraid to give out a schedule. But truely, my employer, and many others would appreciate if I knew so I could take vacation. Remember we are in a recession, companies are running minimum manning, and large quantities of unscheduled absences really hurts.
Just thought I would take a fresh view.. Enjoy everyone!