UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 14, 2025

Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. UGA is the flagship institution for the state of Georgia, and as such our goal is to enroll a class that is roughly 80% Georgians. It is more difficult for out-of-state students to be admitted though due to the 80/20 split.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

JANUARY 9, 2025

Hopefully this data and the blog in general helps in letting everyone know what UGA looks at in our admissions review, and gives at least some insight into how decisions are made. Roughly 45% of the applicant pool is in-state, and 55% is out-of-state/international. using the UGA GPA calculation method.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 25, 2023

Part 3: This Process Is Opaque In the first part of this series, we discussed the role that the rise of test-optional (it is now optional to submit standardized test scores, SAT or ACT, at most colleges) has played in opening up the applicant pool to highly selective colleges. What can we say about test-optional admissions policies today?

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Which means that, if you receive one, you can potentially attend school without paying a dime out of pocket. That depends on factors like your academic achievements, athletic skills, financial need, or even state residency. So how exactly do you get a full-ride scholarship? But there are ways to maximize your chances of receiving one.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For students out of state, these numbers are even lower. Below, we’ve listed some key points to keep in mind: Choosing campuses The same UC application can be sent to all nine campuses, and when you fill out your application, you’ll have the opportunity to select which campuses you’d like to receive it.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me. This week, Yale announced that they will require testing but that they are flexible on which type of testing, SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam score. Yale has said if you want to submit AP scores in lieu of SAT or ACT scores they would like to see all of them.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore why it might be the right choice for you! Tuition at community colleges is significantly lower than what you’d pay at four-year universities, often with reduced rates for in-state students. If so, have you considered the benefits of attending a local community college? from fall 2022.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT. Here’s some good news: more colleges than ever are making the SAT and ACT optional. The rise of the best test optional colleges is changing the game, giving students new ways to stand out in the admissions process.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 19, 2023

This will be the first blog in a series. This is the first in a series of blogs to try and answer these questions. At the same time, we still have one student awaiting a regular decision from a state flagship with a roughly 80% acceptance rate, and we heard she is not the only one. Part 1 - Let’s Celebrate Progress!

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Military Academy (West Point) Located in West Point, New York, the United States Military Academy—commonly known as West Point —is one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the country. Hoping to attend one of the five US military service academies for your undergraduate education? What is attending a Service Academies like?

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the In-State EA applicant and admitted groups. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Figuring out how to pay for college without going into debt can feel daunting for a ton of students and families (wed guess including you, since youre here). Part of the answer for Florida students can potentially be Floridas Bright Futures Scholarship Programa way for you to get help paying for college, thanks to funding from the state.

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Marks Education

APRIL 9, 2025

If you apply and are accepted through a direct admit system, you are accepted to the universitys nursing program right out of high school. You know you want to be a nurse and youre ready to apply to Bachelors of Science in Nursing programs to get a four-year BSN! There are important decisions to be made when selecting a program!

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

Choosing your specialty might feel a bit overwhelming with so many paths available, but the good news is you’ll never run out of opportunities. In this blog, we explored 10 of the best colleges for psychology, factors to consider when selecting the right school for you, and the career outlook for psychology graduates.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 4, 2025

The Pacific Northwest (covering the states of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho) is a region rich in natural beauty. In this blog, well talk about ten colleges in the Pacific Northwest and give an overview of what makes them stand out. Below, well discuss ten schools and what makes them differ from one another.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This blog will break down UC San Diego’s rankings from sources like U.S. Public universities are state-funded institutions that often offer diverse programs and research opportunities, usually at a more affordable cost for in-state students. Lets break it down so you can see where UCSD shines. News & World Report U.S.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 6, 2025

In short, you’ll need more than good grades to stand out. In this blog, well break down how hard it is to get accepted, what Brown really looks for in applicants, and what you can do to show youre a great fit. How to Stand Out to Brown University Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Does Brown University Look For?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 14, 2025

If an international student is planning to apply to Duke, there are three things that they absolutely must be doing to get into Duke, but also into any other top college or university in the United States. Plan in Advance Applying to college in the United States requires planning and strategy. The acceptance rate was only 5.4%.

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Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

On a recent list of college majors that pay the most right out of college , engineering fields fill eight of the top ten slots. in-state / 75.6% out-of-state / 65.2% submitted SAT scores / 19.7% submitted ACT scores Median scores: 1290-1460 SAT / 29-34 ACT 4.08 = average GPA (93.5% in-state / 75.6%

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Out-of-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the overall EA applicant and admitted groups. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Vanderbilt University is one of the most prestigious schools in the United States, but how hard is it to get into Vanderbilt, really? 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.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. You will find specific information on your Status page and in your admissions packet, and it is stated very clearly so there is no confusion. These types of comments will be deleted.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

Please remember that this is not a blog where you should post statistics or throw fellow students under the bus. You will find specific information on your Status page and in your admissions packet, and it is stated very clearly so there is no confusion. These types of comments will be deleted.

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 6, 2025

Way back in 2012, the admissions office clearly laid out their position on legacy. In admissions blog posts, interviews, and on-the-record conversations, they have ripped apart the whole idea of legacy admissions as a privilege for the privileged that most benefits the fundraising team at any respective school. MIT is very clear.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 29, 2024

Michigan State University (MSU), a strong public university known for its commitment to academic excellence and holistic admissions approach, sets specific expectations regarding SAT scores. In this article, we will dive into Michigan State University’s SAT scores and requirements.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 19, 2024

Florida State University (FSU) is committed to academic excellence and a holistic admissions process. In this article, we will explore the expectations and requirements for FSU SAT scores. Be sure to check out our other post that discusses FSU’s ACT stats and requirements! FSU’s SAT scores are competitive.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

It is similar to ACT and SAT as scores can qualify students for academic scholarships, like Bright Future, and grant acceptance into universities. The state of Florida recognizes the CLT for all of its public universities, and the test is quickly gaining acceptance from colleges and universities across the United States and abroad.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 3, 2024

Ohio State University , known for its academic opportunities and research advancements , sets high expectations for its applicants. This article dives into the Ohio State SAT scores and requirements. Be sure to check out our other post that discusses Ohio State’s ACT stats and requirements!

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JUNE 5, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the SAT scores and requirements expected by UT Austin. What is the average SAT Score at UT Austin? As anticipated, SAT scores at UT Austin are competitive. The average composite UT Austin SAT score stands at 1370 , out of a possible 1600.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 9, 2025

In this blog, well be sharing everything you need to know about Ivy League schools and whether choosing one is worth it in todays world. Networking opportunities When you think about what makes the Ivy League stand out, one thing that immediately comes to mind is the alumni network. For many, the long-term benefits make them worth it.

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Next Admit College Admissions Blog

JULY 30, 2024

North Carolina State University (NC State), a strong research institution located in Raleigh, NC, sets specific expectations for applicants regarding SAT scores. In this article, we will dive into the NC State SAT scores and requirements. What is the average SAT score at NC State? or above.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

APRIL 7, 2025

As such, our focus is on the English subscore and the Math subscore as these match up with the SAT subscores. If you have both SAT and ACT scores, we will then use whichever test has the strongest scores. So if they both go out and state that they have a 27 ACT, that does not really give the full and accurate story.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 20, 2025

If you received a 700 SAT score, youre probably wonderinghow good is that, really? Your SAT score plays a big role in college admissions, and the higher it is, the better your odds of getting into competitive schools. How Good Is a 700 SAT Score? Colleges You Can Get into with a 700 SAT Score Should You Retake the SAT?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

If youre aiming for this prestigious New Ivy, your application needs to stand out. In this blog, well break down what Carnegie Mellons acceptance rate really means, how it has evolved over time, and what you can do to boost your chances of admission. But dont worry! What Is Carnegie Mellons Acceptance Rate?

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CTK College Coach

MAY 24, 2023

It’s True: the SAT Is Going Digital. If you are going to be a junior next school year (Class of 2025), you are in the trial year for the new digital SAT because the College Board announced last year that it would be moving the SAT to a digital, adaptive format for spring 2024. When Does the New SAT Format Take Effect?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

Scratch that- if you have never watched Family Feud, you can check it out on ABC, Hulu, download the Feud Live app or view some priceless clips on YouTube. Trying to think like the majority my next response would be SAT and ACT. And what kind of incomplete life have you been living? Number one answer on the board—IPs.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 10, 2023

Get more college advice on our blog ! In this blog post , we discussed how to go about applying to schools as an international student. According to the National Association for Foreign Student Advisors, over 80% of money paid by international students studying in the United States comes from families. Where will you get in?

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