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Harvard Reinstates Standardized Testing

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Harvard has reinstituted its standardized test requirement beginning next fall. Studies suggest standardized tests can help increase socioeconomic diversity. Add Harvard to the list of universities reinstating standardized test requirements.

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An In-depth Look at Standardized Testing Policies for Ivy League 2023

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In recent times, standardized testing policies for Ivy League universities have undergone significant changes, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and growing concerns about equity in college admissions. What Does This Mean for Applicants?

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Standardized Testing: Pros and Cons of the SAT, ACT, and GRE

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Standardized tests allow schools to compare the skills of students from different academic backgrounds. However, preparing for standardized tests takes time and money, and many applicants' scores are too low to help them. But even those schools typically accept test scores if applicants want to submit them.

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Dartmouth College's Class of 2027 Admissions Journey and Acceptance Rates

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One remarkable aspect of Dartmouth's admissions landscape is its consistent acceptance rate of 6% for the third consecutive year. The acceptance rate of 19% was an all-time low for the College’s early decision cohort. The Class of 2027 also demonstrates exceptional aptitude in standardized tests.

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Dartmouth College: Early Acceptance Rate

Top Tier Admissions

Next up in our series highlighting early round acceptance rates at top colleges is Dartmouth College — an Ivy League institution located in Hanover, New Hampshire. It’s interesting to note that the test optional admissions policy did not achieve the desired aim of a more diverse applicant pool.

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Just Released: Colby College’s Acceptance Rate

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This year’s admitted class represents 50 states plus the District of Columbia, 75 countries, and nearly 750 high schools. Academically, the group is exceptional; 92 percent are expected to graduate in the top 10 percent of their high school class. Approximately 13 percent are international citizens.

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High School Class Rank, Explained

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If you’re a student applying to college, you might be wondering what high school class rank is and how it affects the college admissions process. While grades, extracurriculars, and test scores definitely hold a lot of weight in any admissions decision, class rank is also factored in. What Is Class Rank in High School?