Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The early admissions landscape for the 20242025 application cycle has been marked by notable shifts in applicant behavior, evolving institutional priorities, and regional dynamics. EARLY COLLEGE APPLICATION TRENDS: CLASS OF 2029 Record-High Applicant Numbers Signal Increased Competition (Yet again!)

Applications 53

Applications Ivy League Test Prep Early Admission 53

Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Emory continued its test-optional policy this year and reported that 29% of ECAS applicants and 33% of Oxford applicants did not submit test scores. Emory announced last month that it would remain test-optional for the Class of 2029 but has yet to make a decision on a long-term policy.

Acceptance 52

Acceptance Ivy League Early Decision University 52

Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

DARTMOUTH REINSTATES STANDARDIZED TESTING Just a few days ago, Dartmouth announced that it would be reinstating its standardized testing requirements , beginning with next year’s Class of 2029. It’s interesting to note that the test optional admissions policy did not achieve the desired aim of a more diverse applicant pool.

Acceptance 52

Acceptance Ivy League Early Decision Standardized Testing 52

AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

However, there’s a catch: you’re not allowed to apply early to other private universities under Early Action, Restrictive Early Action, or Early Decision plans. You can still apply early to public colleges or schools with non-restrictive Early Action policies, though. that same year.

Early Decision 52

Early Decision Letters of Recommendation Waitlist National Honor Society 52