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. Last year, UC schools received over 250,000 applications for Fall 2024 admission and accepted 167,000 of those students. See our UC Admissions Trends post for 2024 here.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

If you’re considering applying, understanding the Johns Hopkins early decision acceptance rate can give you a better idea of your chances and help you prepare your application in the best possible way. With thousands of students vying for a spot at this prestigious institution, the admissions process is incredibly selective.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 3, 2025

Its not part of the Ivy League, but its admissions process is just as intense. For the Class of 2028 , NYU set a record-low acceptance rate of just 8%, out of a massive pool of over 118,000 applicants in a single admission round. With thousands dreaming of becoming a Violet, the admissions process is bound to be intense.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

Although there has been some variability, more students are applying Early Decision or Restrictive Early Action to highly selective colleges resulting in even lower admission rates. Here is a summary of early admissions statistics for the Class of 2028. Read release here. Read press release here.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 24, 2025

Brown University , an Ivy league institution in Providence, Rhode Island, saw its Early Decision acceptance rate for the Class of 2029 rise to the highest its been in over 5 years. Brown received 5,048 early applications and accepted 906 applicants for an acceptance rate of 17.95%, according to the Brown Daily Herald.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

Admissions Acceptance Rate Wake Forest University has an acceptance rate of 29.4%. 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 Wake Forest University is their number one choice.

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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. Out of this competitive pool, only 3,801 students secured admission, resulting in an acceptance rate of just 7.6%. Early Decision 5,207 1,174 22.6% Overall 50,018 3,801 7.6%

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

That depends on which admission plan you choose. These are binding admissions, meaning if you get in, youre committing to BC. Regular Decision. If youre planning a gap semester or a late start, BC offers spring admission but not for students applying to Nursing or Human-Centered Engineering programs. Standardized testing.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

In this blog, well break down Rice Universitys acceptance rate and key admissions trends, including Regular and Early Admissions, yield, transfer, and waitlist rates. Youll also get quick tips on building a strong application, from GPA and test scores to extracurriculars and essays. Early Decision 2,886 442 15.3%

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

One remarkable aspect of Dartmouth's admissions landscape is its consistent acceptance rate of 6% for the third consecutive year. The admissions process at Dartmouth comprises both regular decision and early decision rounds. The acceptance rate of 19% was an all-time low for the College’s early decision cohort.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

If you’re wondering about Vanderbilt’s GPA requirements, the acceptance rate, or how their admissions process compares to the Ivy League, this blog will break it all down. What Other Admission Requirements Do You Need? Does Vanderbilt Offer Early Action? What Other Admission Requirements Do You Need? The answer: a lot.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Standardized test scores (optional). UVA is test-optional, but if you choose to submit scores, they will superscore your SAT/ACT (considering only the highest section scores). To maximize your chances of admission to UVA, aim for a 1510 on the SAT or a 34 on the ACT , as these are the 75th percentile scores.

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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? Standardized test scores (optional).

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

The college admissions process is a multi-year journey that begins in freshman year and culminates with college acceptance in senior year. While freshman grades typically carry less weight in college admissions, maintaining a strong GPA sets a positive trajectory. Standardized Testing : Take the PSAT for practice.

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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

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

For Fall 2025 applicants, Cornell remains test-optional, giving students the choice to submit SAT or ACT scores. However, this policy will change for Fall 2026 admissions, when standardized test scores will once again be required. Understanding Cornells shifting test policies is crucial for applicants.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Admissions officers want applicants who bring something extra, whether its leadership, creativity, or a passion for making a difference. This guide will break down everything you need to know, from GPA expectations and test scores to application deadlines and tips to help you stand out. Standardized test scores (optional).

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 17, 2025

of Early Decision applicants to the Class of 2029 after receiving a record-high number of applications, according to the Duke Chronicle. DUKE ACCEPTANCE RATE This year marked the universitys fifth test-optional admissions cycle. Curious about admissions trends and strategies to improve your odds? WANT TO READ MORE?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

If that sounds like you, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from GPA expectations and test scores to application tips and deadlines, so you can put together a compelling NYU application. NYUs admissions process is highly competitive, but with the right strategy, its possible to stand out.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Admissions officers look for students who are not only academically strong but are ready to take on the real world through internships, research, and global experiences. Northeastern University Admission Requirements Applying to Northeastern University is about more than just having strong grades. Standardized test scores (optional).

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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? Standardized test scores (optional).

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

With an acceptance rate of 7.1% , Pomonas admissions process is highly competitive, and just strong grades and test scores wont cut it. For the Class of 2028, Pomona College reviewed 12,249 applications and offered admission to only 868 applicants. Admissions at Pomona are not just about numbers. Lets jump straight in.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 5, 2024

As of this morning, Brown is the third Ivy League school to reinstate standardized test scores, following Yale and Dartmouth’s lead and citing academic performance as the leading factor that influenced the decision. While they came to the same conclusion about test requirements as many of their peers.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

From crafting a killer application to showcasing what makes you you, were here to help you crush the admissions game. Vanderbilt has consistently kept its acceptance rate low, which makes it a challenge to gain admission. Standardized test scores (optional). Vanderbilt doesnt favor one test over the other.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 22, 2023

PART 2: College Admissions are increasingly more unpredictable for everyone, colleges included. The downside to a more robust, diverse applicant pool is that college admissions are increasingly more unpredictable. As a result, we had no choice but to significantly decrease the number of students to whom we offered admission.”

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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? Admissions at Swarthmore arent just about numbers.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Brown Acceptance Rate Trends Brown Regular Decision Acceptance Rate Brown Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into Brown Brown Transfer Acceptance Rate Brown Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is Browns Acceptance Rate? Early Decision 6,244 898 14.4% 2027 51,302 5.1%

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 6, 2024

So, lets break it down and make sense of all the college admission requirements that might be floating around in your head. 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?

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Spark Admissions

MAY 30, 2023

Every year, college admission rates seem to get lower. This might be expected at Ivy League schools like Harvard University, Yale University, and Brown University, whose admission rates have dropped to record lows in recent years. But the trend is widespread at selective schools. News and World Report.

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Solomon Admissions

AUGUST 25, 2023

College admissions season is a highly competitive and often stressful process for students and parents alike. To help you navigate this process, this post provides an overview of the 4 main types of college admissions deadlines: Early Decision, Early Action, Regular Decision, and Rolling Admissions.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Now that we have reflected on the shifting landscape of college admissions in 2023 , let’s look ahead to 2024 and three key predictions for the year ahead. As we close out the year, we’re especially proud of our growth at Top Tier Admissions to better serve our students and their families.

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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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Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

Well, for starters, many students don’t feel like the decision is theirs. They feel beholden to inscrutable college admissions officers or the expectations of their peers and parents. The college admissions process is one of the biggest sources of stress for high school students and their families. Many also feel lost.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Caltech Acceptance Rate Trends Caltech Regular Decision Acceptance Rate Caltech Early Action Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into Caltech Caltech Transfer Acceptance Rate Caltech Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is Caltechs Acceptance Rate? Caltechs admissions process is about as tough as it gets.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

UC Berkeley Admission Requirements UC Berkeley GPA Requirements UC Berkeley SAT and ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into UC Berkeley UC Berkeley Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into UC Berkeley? However, to be competitive for admission, youll need much higher grades.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 4, 2023

So, too, does the world of selective college admissions. NYU received close to 120,000 applications to the Class of 2027, a 13% increase over last year’s record-breaking pool, including nearly 22,000 Early Decision applications, an increase of 14 percent from last year. WHAT’S BEHIND THE MADDENINGLY LOW ADMIT RATES? The result?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Check out a timeline that lays out what you need to tackle as you work through the college admissions process. The PSAT, or Preliminary SAT, is a standardized test that gives you a sneak peek at what the SAT will be like. Give the admissions offices of the colleges you’re planning to visit a call ahead of time to set things up.

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