Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If you were denied admission by your early round target school, you are not alone. for Early Decision 1) are reporting increasing numbers of early round applications. This in turn means record-low early decision (ED) acceptance rates. The post Early Decision Denial?

Early Decision 97

Early Decision Waitlist Acceptance Applications 97

Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

With Early Decision deadlines in the rearview mirror, seniors are now turning their attention to their next round of applications. Test scores Unlike the many colleges that have reinstated standardized testing requirements , the UC schools remain test-blind and will not consider SAT or ACT scores.

Applications 104

Applications Early Decision Scholarships Financial Aid 104

Ivy Central

APRIL 6, 2023

As COVID hit the world in the spring of 2020 so the standard orthodoxy around SAT or ACT testing went out of the window as colleges declared themselves Test Optional, meaning that students could choose if they wanted to submit test scores and that their chances of acceptance wouldn’t be impacted if they didn’t.

Applications 242

Applications Admissions Early Decision SAT 242

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

For Fall 2025 applicants, Cornell remains test-optional, giving students the choice to submit SAT or ACT scores. Cornell Standardized Testing Policy Cornell SAT Requirements Cornell ACT Requirements Should You Submit Your Test Scores? Cornell will just focus more on your GPA , coursework, extracurriculars, and essays.

Testing 52

Testing Standardized Testing GPA SAT 52

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

To boost your chances, focus on maintaining a strong GPA , engaging in extracurriculars, and showcasing what makes you unique. Does UC Davis have Early Action or Early Decision? UC Davis doesn’t have Early Action or Early Decision , so you won’t need to worry about those options.

Acceptance 98

Acceptance Waitlist Admissions Transfer 98

AHM Advising

DECEMBER 3, 2024

If you applied Early Decision and are deferred, you are a competitive candidate for admission or you would have been denied. Colleges may want to see additional information about your senior year academic performance and extracurricular involvement before making a final decision.

Early Admission 89

Early Admission Admissions Early Decision Semester 89

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Whether youre applying through Early Decision, Regular Decision, or considering a transfer, understanding these stats can help you take a more strategic approach. Also, Carnegie Mellon hasn’t released the full breakdown of Early Decision (ED) and Regular Decision (RD) data yet, so a direct comparison isnt possible.

Acceptance 63

Acceptance Waitlist Admissions Ivy League 63

Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Historically Black College or University (HBCU): In Title III of the Higher Education Act of 1965, Congress officially defined HBCUs as institutions of higher learning that were accredited and established before 1964, and whose principal mission is the education of Black Americans. Some colleges offer a second round of ED, called ED2.

Admissions 246

Admissions Financial Aid Waitlist Standardized Testing 246

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

Dukes Test-Optional Policy Duke SAT Scores Duke ACT Scores Duke University Admission Requirements Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways Dukes Test-Optional Policy For the 2024-2025 admissions cycle, Duke University is test-optional. And if youve taken both the SAT and ACT, they will consider your best score from either exam.

Testing 52

Testing Early Decision SAT Letters of Recommendation 52

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 3, 2024

However, this isn’t a guaranteed safeguard, and schools with strong commitments to diversity and inclusion may act if they believe admitting a student would go against their mission. Whether it’s breaking the law or simply acting in ways that reflect poorly on your character, the consequences can be severe.

Acceptance 96

Acceptance Policies Transcripts Early Decision 96

AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

In this blog, we break down NYUs acceptance rates, including yield rate, Early and Regular Decision admit rates, transfer, and waitlist acceptance rates. While NYU doesnt always share the exact numbers for Early and Regular Decision, it did reveal that 22,000 students applied through Early Decision this year.

Acceptance 59

Acceptance Waitlist Ivy League Admissions 59

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

What summer programs or extracurriculars should I take? Prepare for the SAT and ACT. Kick off your college application timeline by getting ready for the SAT or ACT at the start of junior year. Junior Year – Fall (December to February) Take the SAT or ACT. In return, you get the chance to secure your spot early!

Applications 52

Applications Financial Aid Early Decision PSAT 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Rice University Admission Requirements Rice University GPA Requirements Rice University SAT Requirements Rice University ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Rice University Rice University Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Rice University? Extracurricular activities.

Admissions 52

Admissions Early Decision University University 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

If you’re thinking about applying to Brown University and wondering about the early application options, you might be curious to know that Brown doesn’t offer Early Action. Instead, they offer Early Decision (ED) , which is a binding commitment to attend if accepted. So, what does Early Decision mean for you?

Early Decision 52

Early Decision SAT Transcripts GPA 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Well break down trends, compare Early Decision and Regular Decision rates, and take a closer look at transfer and waitlist statistics. Early Decision 5,207 1,174 22.6% The Early Decision acceptance rate is significantly highera trend seen across most elite schools. Overall 50,018 3,801 7.6%

Acceptance 52

Acceptance Waitlist Admissions Ivy League 52

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Early Decision vs. Regular Decision Requirements How to Meet the Requirements to Get into College Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Are the Basic Requirements to Get into College? Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) Standardized tests like the SAT and ACT have been a big part of college applications for decades.

Letters of Recommendation 52

Letters of Recommendation GPA Early Decision Ivy League 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Vanderbilt Admission Requirements Vanderbilt GPA Requirements Vanderbilt SAT Scores Vanderbilt ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Into Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Vanderbilt? Not feeling the love for the SAT or ACT? Ready to take the leap?

Admissions 52

Admissions Early Decision GPA SAT 52

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

They take a holistic approach, which means your essays, extracurriculars, and personality matter just as much as your GPA. Keep your grades up while being involved in meaningful extracurriculars. For admitted students, Vanderbilt’s middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1505-1570, while the ACT score range is 34-35.

Ivy League 52

Ivy League Admissions GPA Extracurricular 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Youll also get quick tips on building a strong application, from GPA and test scores to extracurriculars and essays. Lets take a look at the complete breakdown of Rices acceptance rates for the Class of 2028: Application Type Total Applications Accepted Acceptance Rate Regular Decision 29,573 1,997 6.8% Early Decision 2,886 442 15.3%

Acceptance 52

Acceptance Waitlist Admissions Ivy League 52

AdmissionSight

JANUARY 16, 2025

Still, the university evaluates applicants holistically, meaning they look at everything from your GPA and essays to your extracurriculars and how youll contribute to the campus community. Although UChicago doesn’t reveal the exact Early Action acceptance rate, we estimate it to be somewhat higher than the overall 4.5%

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Transfer GPA Extracurricular 52

AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Extracurricular activities. SAT or ACT scores provide a picture of your academic abilities and help the admissions team see if youre academically prepared for Cornell. Stand out with extracurriculars. When it comes to extracurriculars, focus on depth over quantity. Prepare and submit your SAT/ACT scores.

Applications 52

Applications National Honor Society Early Decision GPA 52

The Koppelman Group

MARCH 14, 2025

For example, the early decision acceptance rate at Duke is much higher (13%), nearly 3 times, the regular decision acceptance rate (4.4%). So, if youre an international student who wants to get into Duke, you might want to consider applying Early Decision.

International Students 52

International Students Early Decision Accommodations SAT 52

Top Tier Admissions

MAY 6, 2025

As the calendar turns to May, many high school juniors are focused on AP exams , SATs , ACTs , and finishing the school year strong. Explore our SAT/ACT Tutoring Options Testing : If you need to take the SAT or ACT again, make sure you register! Also, look to take advantage of Early Decision schools that are within range.

Admissions 59

Admissions Financial Aid Early Decision Waitlist 59

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Thats according to a recent analysis of ACT scores. Heres whats even more concerning: more than 40% of new graduates didnt meet the ACTs college-readiness benchmarks in any subject, and only 21% hit the mark in all four. When spring or summer rolls around, its also a great time to start taking practice tests for the PSAT, ACT, or SAT.

High School 52

High School PSAT Financial Aid Standardized Testing 52

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Duke’s Early Decision acceptance rate for the Class of 2028 dropped to a record low of 12.9%, even as the school received its highest number of Early Decision applications in the last eight years. The Early Decision Application Process at Duke Is Duke Test Optional?

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Acceptance Financial Aid SAT 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In this blog, well explain if UC Berkeley has Early Action or Early Decision, along with its acceptance rate and admission requirements. UC Berkeley Doesnt Offer Early Action UC Berkeley Acceptance Rate UC Berkeley Admission Requirements Should You Apply to UC Berkeley? Key things to know No SAT/ACT required.

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Letters of Recommendation GPA SAT 52

Ivy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

Students have access to numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations, allowing them to pursue their passions and interests outside the classroom. Nearly half of the incoming class was admitted through the early decision program this year. 363 students were granted admission through the early decision process.

Early Decision 130

Early Decision Letters of Recommendation Retention GPA 130

AdmissionSight

MARCH 30, 2025

Important Next up, extracurricular activities fall under the important category. Score well on the SAT/ACT. Even though Brown doesnt focus on demonstrated interest, strong SAT or ACT scores can still help bolster your application. For the SAT, aim for a score around 1560 or higher ; for the ACT, aim for at least a 35.

GPA 52

GPA Standardized Testing Extracurricular SAT 52

Great College Advice

JUNE 9, 2025

As colleges and universities act more and more like businesses, they demand more than just a completed application and enough evidence that you can do the work. For more on how this obsession with yield rate is changing the timeline for college admissions, see this post about  Early Decision and Early Action.  

52

52

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Cornell University does not offer an Early Action application option. Instead, it provides an Early Decision (ED) plan, which is a binding commitment. This means that if you’re admitted through Early Decision, you’re obligated to enroll at Cornell and must withdraw any applications submitted to other institutions.

Acceptance 52

Acceptance Early Decision Financial Aid Enrollment 52

AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Harvey Mudd Requirements Harvey Mudd GPA Requirements Harvey Mudd SAT Scores Harvey Mudd ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Into Harvey Mudd Harvey Mudd Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Harvey Mudd? Extracurricular activities. Lets jump right in.

Admissions 40

Admissions Early Decision GPA SAT 40

The Koppelman Group

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Early Decision acceptance rate is much higher, closer to 17% , which encourages lots of people to apply ED. A massive number of the applicants admitted Early Decision basically knew that they would get in before submitting. So, you have some homework. Let’s break it down. First, the test scores. This may be hard.

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Ivy League SAT Standardized Testing 52

The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Amherst receives nearly 14,000 applications for first-year admissions, and about 10% of those are submitted in the Early Decision round. At Amherst there are two potential outcomes for an Early Decision application: acceptance or deferral. This is because Amherst typically does not reject Early Decision applicants.

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Waitlist Out-of-State Acceptance 52

AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

Heres a quick breakdown: Application Type Application Due Financial Aid Due Decision Released QuestBridge Sept. 2024 Early Decision Nov. 2024 Regular Decision Jan. Regular Decision gives you time to weigh your options if you want more flexibility. Early Decision Agreement (if applying Early Decision).

Ivy League 52

Ivy League Financial Aid Admissions Loans 52

Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

Extracurricular Exploration : Try various activities to discover genuine interests. 10th Grade: Gaining Momentum Sophomore year is about refining academic and extracurricular focus while beginning standardized test preparation. Test Preparation : Take SAT/ACT in your fall or spring semester. Consider summer retakes if needed.

High School 52

High School Admissions PSAT Financial Aid 52

AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Your extracurricular activities, essays, and overall fit for Boston University matter just as much as your academics. Boston University is test-optional , so SAT and ACT scores are not required. With an acceptance rate of just 11.1% for the Class of 2028 , competition is tough. Lets jump in! Standardized test scores (optional).

Admissions 40

Admissions University University Early Decision 40

AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Your extracurricular activities , leadership roles , and community contributions all play a big part in shaping your application. Building your profile early during your secondary school years will give you a strong edge. What extracurricular activities or student organizations excite me? Early admission.

International Students 52

International Students Financial Aid Ivy League Bachelor's Degree 52