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.

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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.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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. Plan to take the SAT or ACT for the first time during the winter of your junior year. Take the AP exams.

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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? Dont stress about the SAT or ACT. Cornell University is test-optional, but not for long.

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BestColleges

MARCH 8, 2024

Starting in fall 2024, Brown University will require students to submit SAT or ACT scores. The university also announced it will continue to offer an Early Decision option and maintain legacy preferences. Roughly half of Brown's recent entering classes have come in through Early Decision.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

Northwestern Admission Requirements Northwestern GPA Requirements Northwestern SAT Scores Northwestern ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Northwestern Northwestern Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Northwestern? Lets get into it. How Hard Is It to Get into Northwestern?

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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? Lets dive right in.

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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. Official high school transcript and school report.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 27, 2023

Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision programs. Early Decision I and Early Decision II is an opportunity for students to show that Bowdoin College is their number one choice. Many more students apply for Regular Decision than Early Decision.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Heres a quick breakdown: Admission Plan Application Deadline Decision Notification Early Decision I November 1 December 15 Early Decision II January 2 February 15 Regular Decision January 2 April 1 Spring Freshmen November 1 December 15 Here are the key things to keep in mind about the admission plans: Early Decision I & II.

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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? Lets break down what youll need: High school transcript.

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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?

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Ivy Central

JUNE 29, 2023

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. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision programs. Length: 20-200 words.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

If you’re a senior, it’s time to mark your calendars: early decision and early action deadline dates are coming up fast! Whether you’re applying to test-optional schools or still waiting on your latest SAT or ACT score, we highly recommend you capitalize on this odds-boosting application cycle ! Our advice?

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Ivy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

Types of Admissions The student can apply to Barandies University throught their ED I, Early Decision II and Regular Decision programs. Early Decision is a binding program. The students who decide to apply for the Early Decision cycles must commit to Brandeis University if accepted.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Boston University Admission Requirements Boston University GPA Requirements Boston University SAT Scores Boston University ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Boston University Boston University Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Boston University? Lets jump in!

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Ivy Central

MAY 24, 2023

The college is test optional, however, nearly half of applicants did submit either an SAT or ACT score as a part of their application. The middle 50% of accepted students achieved SAT scores between 1420-1540, while ACT scores ranged from 32-34.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Pomona College Admission Requirements Pomona College GPA Requirements Pomona SAT Scores Pomona ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Pomona Pomona College Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Pomona College? Mid-year and final transcripts. Lets jump straight in.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Swarthmore Admission Requirements Swarthmore College GPA Requirements Swarthmore SAT Scores Swarthmore ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Swarthmore Swarthmore Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Swarthmore? Heres what youll need to include: High school transcript.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Wellesley Admission Requirements Wellesley College GPA Requirements Wellesley SAT Scores Wellesley ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Wellesley Wellesley Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Wellesley College? Mid-year and final transcripts. Recommendation letters.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

Regarding standardized tests, the median scores of admitted students are 1420 for the SAT and 32 for the ACT. As a test optional institution, Wesleyan doesn’t require applicants to provide a SAT or ACT score, however, they can do so if they choose.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Early admission. This comes in two forms Early Decision and Early Action. Early Decision is binding, meaning if youre admitted, youre committed to attending that school and must withdraw all other applications. Check the College Board and ACT websites for testing dates and locations near you.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Northeastern University Admission Requirements Northeastern GPA Requirements Northeastern SAT Scores Northeastern ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Northeastern Northeastern Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Northeastern? Mid-year and final transcripts.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Early Decision I and Early Decision II is an opportunity for students to show that Hamilton College is their number one choice. The acceptance rate for Early Decisions was 41%.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 23, 2024

If you applied to Vassar Early Decision, you were probably expecting to get in. The acceptance rate is high enough that strong students approach it with confidence, and since it’s Early Decision the admissions office at the college knows that you are a serious applicant. Aim for an ACT over 33 or a SAT over 1500.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 16, 2025

UChicago Legacy Acceptance Rate Breaking Down UChicago Admissions: Important Rates UChicago GPA Requirements UChicago SAT and ACT Requirements What Are the UChicago Admission Requirements? Although UChicago doesn’t reveal the exact Early Action acceptance rate, we estimate it to be somewhat higher than the overall 4.5%

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Ivy Central

JUNE 15, 2023

Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision rounds. The Early Decision round is an opportunity for students to show that Northwestern University is their number one choice. The acceptance rate for Early Decision was 41%.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Early Decision I and Early Decision II is an opportunity for students to show that William & Mary is their number one choice. Many more students apply for Regular Decision than Early Decision.

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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? Submitting strong SAT or ACT scores is entirely up to you.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 5, 2025

Heres how it breaks down: Regular Decision. Early Decision. Official transcripts. SAT or ACT scores are optional, so send them in only if they help your case. Columbia is currently test-optional , so you dont have to submit SAT or ACT scores. 2.95% acceptance rate (54,239 applications, 1,598 accepted).

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Ivy Central

APRIL 26, 2023

The average SAT score was 1570, while it was 33 for those doing the ACT. Types of Admission: Chicago University offers four admission plans: Early Decision, Early Action, Early Decision 2 and Regular Decision. Both Early Decision options are binding, so if you are accepted, you must attend.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Wake Forest Admission Requirements Wake Forest GPA Requirements Wake Forest SAT Requirements Wake Forest ACT Requirements How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Into Wake Forest Wake Forest Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Wake Forest? How Hard Is It to Get into Wake Forest?

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Ivy Central

MAY 2, 2023

Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Early Decision is an opportunity for students to show that Harvey Mudd College is their number one choice. About 40% of their incoming class was admitted through the Early Decision cycle.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 24, 2023

Types of Admission: The students can enroll through Early Decision I and II. Students can only apply to one college for Early Decision. 59% of the students were enrolled during the Early Decision admissions cycle. They also have the option of the Regular Decision. high school GPA.

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