Spark Admissions

JULY 7, 2022

Class of 2026. For the Class of 2026, Harvard accepted barely 3% of first-year applicants, with just under 2,000 students offered spots out of more than 61,000 applications. For the Class of 2026, MIT offered spots to just under 1,350 applicants, out of nearly 34,000 applications. Class of 2024. Class of 2025. Tufts University.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

However, historically, the university admitted 3,843 students for the Class of 2027, 3,873 for the Class of 2026, and 4,453 for the Class of 2025. Carnegie Mellon’s yield rate Another important metric Carnegie Mellon tracks i s its yield rate, which reflects the percentage of admitted students who choose to enroll. 2026 4,528 12.5%

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

NYU yield rate The yield rate is the percentage of students who get accepted to a university and actually decide to enroll. yield rateits highest in the past five years: NYU Class Total Accepted Enrolled Yield Rate 2028 9,440 5,705 60.4% 2026 12,539 6,184 49.3% 2026 12,539 6,184 49.3% 2026 100,662 12,539 12.5%

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 5, 2025

For the Class of 2026, 10% of the admitted and enrolled students are legacies. Class Rank of the Class of 2028 Scores: Like most colleges and universities, Dartmouth suspended mandatory submission of standardized test scores as a part of the application process during the Covid pandemic.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 18, 2024

ENROLL NOW WHY THESE CHANGES MATTER These strategic changes reflect ACT’s commitment to evolving with the times and meeting the needs of modern students. By shortening the passages and reducing the number of questions, students can focus better and perform optimally without the fatigue of a longer exam setting in.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

of admitted students said yes to UChicago, with 1,726 out of 1,955 admits choosing to enroll. 2026 37,522 5.4% Schools love ED applicants because it helps them predict enrollment and boost their yield rates. Target test scores UChicago is test-optional , so you dont have to submit SAT or ACT scores. 2027 38,631 4.8%

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Northwestern yield rate Lets dive into Northwesterns yield ratethe percentage of admitted students who actually enroll. Northwestern is likely to prioritize applicants who demonstrate genuine interest, increasing the chances that accepted students will actually enroll. 2026 51,558 7.2% 2026 51,558 7.2% 2026 47,013 5.6%

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Notre Dame’s yield rate Another key metric Notre Dame monitors is its yield rate, which measures how many admitted students actually choose to enroll. 2026 26,509 12.9% The number of applicants has skyrocketed, especially since Notre Dame went test-optional during the pandemic. 2026 16,826 10.4% 2026 9,683 17.3%

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Rice University yield rate Rices Class of 2028 had a 44% yield rate , meaning 1073 out of the 2,439 students accepted their offers and enrolled. 2026 31,443 8.7% 2027 28,106 7% 2026 28,718 7.7% 2026 2,725 18.8% If you’re waiting for Rices latest Regular Decision results, those will be out after March 2025.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Wesleyan cares a lot about individual achievement and promise, but something they dont care a ton about are standardized tests. Wesleyan has been test optional since 2014, and so they dont require applicants to submit SAT or ACT scores. That said, most successful applicants to Wesleyan do submit standardized test scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

Other Ivy League institutions, including Dartmouth College , Yale University , and Brown University , announced recently they would require standardized test scores again, effective for the Class of 2029. START NOW Harvard will accept alternative forms of testing, such as AP exam results , only in exceptional circumstances.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 6, 2023

See highlights from Georgetown’s official announcement below: Georgetown University accepted 13% of applicants for the undergraduate Class of 2027, a one percentage point increase from the Class of 2026. ENROLL NOW Costanzi said the number of applicants increased in several specific fields.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

William & Mary received more than 17, 500 applications and enrolled 1,643 students. Standardized Test Scores: The test scores are completely optional. 34% of the class of 2026 applied test-optional. The average SAT score for the class of 2026 was more than 1380.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 20, 2023

With record-high application volume and record-low admit rates, the Class of 2027 admissions statistics are similar to those for the Class of 2026. More applications to top schools (driven by test-optional policies) and a clear commitment to a diverse incoming class. The major trends? But not everyone is smashing records.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

The university received 9,796 applicants and 943 students enrolled in the Class of 2026. Optional standardized test scores. Student-to-Faculty Ratio The student-to-faculty ratio at Brandeis University is 10:1. 61% of its classes have fewer than 19 students. The accepted students have a GPA greater than 3.83.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 29, 2024

2026 16,626 448 2.7% Admitted students have until May 1 to confirm their enrollment. Target test scores Caltech is back to requiring standardized tests for first-year applicants, and high scores can set you apart. No dual enrollment transfers. It all depends on how many admitted students decide to enroll.

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2024

It's also important to remember that your standardized test score is just one factor that schools will consider in your overall application. During the pandemic, all of the Ivy-Plus schools implemented an optional standardized test score submission policy. The majority of schools have kept this policy in place.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 4, 2023

The number of applications submitted grew by 5% and interestingly, Colby chose to admit 100 fewer students, likely in reaction to a larger than expected Class of 2026. for the Class of 2026. acceptance rate, “the lowest in Notre Dame history” according to vice president for undergraduate enrollment Micki Kidder.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

for the Class of 2026. 2026 50,649 5% 2025 46,568 5.5% 2026 44,503 3.7% 2027 6,770 13% 2026 6,146 14.6% Stellar test scores, a killer essay, or standout extracurriculars can help balance things out. Out of 2,745 applicants, only 114 were admitted, and just 75 of them enrolled. for the Class of 2027 and 5.0%

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

Class of 2026 11.4% Standardized test scores. UC Berkeley is test-free, meaning SAT and ACT scores are not considered in the application review process. Even if you submit your test scores, they will not be factored into the admissions decision. Class of 2027 11.7% for 2025, then took a sharper dive to 11.4%

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Class of 2026 14.4% The most significant drop happened between the Class of 2025 and 2026, when the rate fell from 18.6% Standardized test scores (optional). Boston University is test-optional , so SAT and ACT scores are not required. Boston University does not have a preference for one test over the other.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Class of 2025 10% Class of 2026 13.4% Standardized test scores (optional). Harvey Mudd is test-optional for students applying through Fall 2026. Harvey Mudd is test-optional through Fall 2026, meaning you dont have to submit SAT scores if you dont want to. Class of 2027 13.1% Class of 2028 12.7%

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The Ivy Dean

MARCH 13, 2023

Now with an enrollment of 10,412 full-time undergraduate students, it offers a 6:1 student to faculty ratio. As reported by the school , UPenn “received 54,588 applications for admission to the Class of 2026. The University of Pennsylvania was America’s first university, having been founded in 1740 in Philadelphia.

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HelloCollege

JULY 17, 2024

For national testing, the ACT will introduce the new test in the spring of 2025 , starting with students taking the online version. For in-school testing, students should expect the new version in the spring of 2026. Preparing for the Updated ACT For students, these changes mean adjusting test prep strategies.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

This rate can fluctuate slightly from year to year depending on various factors such as the number of applicants and the university’s enrollment goals. You can self-report test scores through the Common Application or Coalition on Scoir, and if admitted, you’ll need to send official reports. How Hard Is It to Get into Johns Hopkins?

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

UC Berkeley student population Undergraduate students: 30,778 (Spring 2023) Graduate students: 12,303 (Spring 2023) UC Berkeley acceptance rate Below is admissions data for the class of 2026: Applications: 128,230 Acceptances: 14,568 Matriculants: 6,726 Acceptance rate: 13.3% Berkeley’s transfer acceptance rate is 27%. 75th percentile: 4.31

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Class of 2026 6.8% The biggest drop happened between 2025 and 2026, when the rate plummeted from 18.4% Standardized test scores (optional). Northeastern is test-optional , so SAT and ACT scores are not required. If standardized testing is not your strong suit, you can absolutely stand out in other areas.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Class of 2025 13% Class of 2026 12.5% Standardized test scores (optional). NYU is test-optional , meaning you can decide whether to submit SAT or ACT scores. Enrolling in AP, IB, or honors classes can demonstrate your ability to handle challenging coursework and prepare you for the academic expectations at NYU.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Class of 2025 16% Class of 2026 13.6% The biggest drop happened between the Class of 2024 and Class of 2026, when it dropped from 20.4% Standardized test scores (optional). Wellesley is test-optional , so submitting SAT or ACT scores is up to you. Can I get into Wellesley with low test scores?

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The Ivy Dean

MARCH 13, 2023

There are presently 7,125 undergraduates enrolled on campus, who have the choice of over 80 undergrad concentrations and over 2000 courses each year. A leading Ivy League research university, Brown has six libraries and a 6:1 student to faculty ratio.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Surprisingly, it is both the second-smallest UC campus in size, but the largest in student enrollment. Let’s take a closer look at the class of 2026: UCLA average weighted GPA: 25th percentile: 4.4 Let’s take a closer look at the class of 2026: UCLA average weighted GPA: 25th percentile: 4.4 Who gets into UCLA?

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Walter, BU’s Associate Vice President for Enrollment & Dean of Admissions shares that BU received 6,866 applications for admission through Early Decision (ED) and Early Decision 2 (ED2) rounds earlier this cycle, which represents an 8.8% Overall, BU’s enrollment target for the Class of 2027 is 3,100 students.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 18, 2024

Standardized testing, including the ACT, plays a significant role in the college application process. For the 2024-2025 academic year, students applying to UNC are not required to submit a test score. For the 2025-2026 academic year, students with a weighted GPA of 2.8 scale) can choose to go test-optional.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 14, 2025

Class of 2026 17.7% The largest drop happened between the Class of 2024 and Class of 2026, where the rate went from 26.1% Standardized test scores (optional). The University of Michigan is test-optional. Here’s how GPAs break down among enrolled students: 68% had a 4.0 Class of 2025 20.2%

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has adopted a test-optional policy through the spring 2027 term. This means that applicants for who wish to enroll in spring 2025, fall 2025, spring 2026, fall 2026, or spring 2027 will not be required to submit SAT or ACT scores as part of their application.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

See Highlights From The Daily Pennsylvanian Article Below: The University of Pennsylvania did not immediately release the Class of 2028 early acceptance rate, continuing its decision to no longer publicly announce its acceptance rate during the regular decision admissions cycle for the Class of 2026.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Class of 2026 7% Class of 2027 6.8% Standardized test scores (optional). Pomona is test-optional , so you dont have to submit SAT or ACT scores. If standardized testing is not your strong suit, you can absolutely stand out in other areas. Pomona does not favor one test over the other. Class of 2025 6.6%

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