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5 American Colleges with the Most Grueling Standardized Testing Requirements for First-Year Applicants

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This means it’s an important time for members of the high school Class of 2026 – especially those who want to run the gauntlet this admissions cycle – to be aware of the the five colleges with the most grueling standardized test requirements for first-year admission. Why Grueling: Caltech’s low acceptance rate (3.1%

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How Hard Is It to Get into Stanford? Admission Requirements + Tips

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for the Class of 2027 , youll be competing against thousands of applicants with exceptional grades and impressive accomplishments. Stanford has a history of competitive acceptance rate over the past few years : Stanford Class Total Applications Overall Acceptance Rate 2027 53,733 3.9% Standardized test scores (optional).

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Average ACT Scores at Top Colleges

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As we move into the 2025 testing season, a year already marked by significant shifts in higher education , the ACT itself is also undergoing notable changes. Its important for prospective students to understand how these updates may impact both their testing strategies and college applications.

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UChicago Acceptance Rate: Admissions Statistics

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2027 38,631 4.8% Target test scores UChicago is test-optional , so you dont have to submit SAT or ACT scores. Not sure which test to take? And remember, test scores are just one part of your application. For the Class of 2027, the UChicago transfer acceptance rate was 7.9%. 2026 37,522 5.4%

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Princeton Acceptance Rate: Admissions Statistics

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2027 39,644 4.5% Well, there are a few reasons for this trend: Princeton went test-optional during the COVID-19 pandemic. Without the pressure of submitting SAT or ACT scores, applicants who might’ve been on the fence before felt they had a better chance. 2026 38,019 5.7% 2025 37,601 4.4% 2024 32,836 5.6% 2023 32,804 5.8%

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Digital SAT or Enhanced ACT? Your Questions Answered

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With the launch of the digital SAT in March 2024 and the more recent updates to the ACT in April 2025 (both of which introduced significant changes to test formats) the standardized testing landscape is more uncertain than ever. WHEN CAN I TAKE THE SAT OR ACT? ACT: Register through the official ACT website.

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Harvard Acceptance Rate: Admissions Statistics

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2027 56,937 3.4% The pool of applicants has exploded, especially during the pandemic when Harvard went test-optional. For the Class of 2026, applications hit a high of over 61,000, partly driven by students hoping that ditching SAT/ACT scores would boost their chances. 2027 47,384 2.6% 2027 9,553 7.6% The takeaway?