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

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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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Early Action is non-binding, meaning students are not obligated to enroll if accepted. Most EA plans allow students to apply EA or ED to other colleges, though there are exceptions (see Restricted/Single Choice Early Action below). Extracurricular Activities (EC’s): How a student spends their time outside of the classroom.

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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. Early Decision 5,207 1,174 22.6% The Early Decision acceptance rate is significantly highera trend seen across most elite schools. Overall 50,018 3,801 7.6%

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 14, 2025

For example, the early decision acceptance rate at Duke is much higher (13%), nearly 3 times, the regular decision acceptance rate (4.4%). So, if youre an international student who wants to get into Duke, you might want to consider applying Early Decision. This tells us two things that are sort of contradictory.

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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. For Early Decision applicants, Duke requires first-quarter grades to be submitted with your application.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Thanks to their test-optional policy, submitting SAT or ACT scores is up to you. So, if you have standout extracurriculars, insane talent, or a personality that shines through your character qualities, youre already catching their eye. The writing supplements are encouraged, but not required.

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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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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 16, 2025

Still, the university evaluates applicants holistically, meaning they look at everything from your GPA and essays to your extracurriculars and how youll contribute to the campus community. 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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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Rice University has a test-optional policy, but if you do submit, aim for competitive scores. Theyre also big on extracurriculars, personal qualities, and unique talents. Rice University has a test-optional policy , so submitting SAT or ACT scores is completely up to you. More on those later.

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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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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Youll also get quick tips on building a strong application, from GPA and test scores to extracurriculars and essays. Lets take a look at the complete breakdown of Rices acceptance rates for the Class of 2028: Application Type Total Applications Accepted Acceptance Rate Regular Decision 29,573 1,997 6.8% Early Decision 2,886 442 15.3%

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 19, 2025

Do you feel good about your grades and extracurriculars so far? If yes, Early Action might be the way to go. What Are the Benefits of Early Action? Should You Apply Early Action? What Are the Pros and Cons of Early Decision? Is It Bad to Apply Regular Decisions? Learn more in this blog.

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Berkeley² Academy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Check out the resources and opportunities available to you and take into account all factors (academic, extracurricular, campus community, location, etc.).Can Keep up with your coursework and extracurricular activities to help you smoothly transition to the rigor and demand of college life. Need additional support?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

They take a holistic approach, which means your essays, extracurriculars, and personality matter just as much as your GPA. Keep your grades up while being involved in meaningful extracurriculars. Vanderbilt’s test-optional policy means you can choose to submit SAT, ACT, both, or neither. Balance academics and activities.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

The university takes a holistic approach to admissions, evaluating an applicant's academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, personal essays, and recommendations. These include the Regular Decision, Early Decision, and Early Decision II options.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Your extracurricular activities, essays, and overall fit for Boston University matter just as much as your academics. Extracurricular activities, talents, personal qualities, volunteer work , work experience, and first-generation status are also highly considered in the admissions process. With an acceptance rate of just 11.1%

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

To maximize your chances, focus on showcasing your achievements, extracurricular involvement, and personal experiences that make you a great fit for the university. The university takes a holistic approach, considering extracurricular activities, essays, and personal qualities. of students had a perfect 4.0 had a GPA between 3.75

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Extracurricular activities and personal qualities matter just as much. Vanderbilt takes a holistic approach to admissions, so theyre looking at the full package: your essays, extracurriculars, and those all-important recommendation letters. With Vanderbilts test-optional policy, sending scores is completely up to you.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Through the Center for International Higher Education , youll have the chance to engage in global research that shapes higher education policies worldwide. Make sure to fill it out online and indicate whether you’re applying Early Decision or Regular Decision. BC grads do well after college. Thats great!

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

The university is known for its strong liberal arts curriculum and excellent graduate programs in business, law, education, and public policy. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. The students also have the option to apply through the Regular Decision process.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Swarthmore has a test-optional policy , meaning you can choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores. Your GPA , class rank, and the strength of your curriculum play an important role in their decision-making process. Extracurricular activities and personal qualities also carry significant weight. Otherwise, no problem.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Beyond academics, Wellesley also values extracurricular activities, talents, character, and personal qualities. Wellesley takes a holistic approach, meaning that factors such as extracurricular activities, leadership experience , recommendation letters, and essays also play a role in the final decision.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Outside of academics, Pomona puts a lot of weight on extracurricular activities, personal qualities, and talents. Pomona takes a holistic approach to admissions, so they also consider extracurriculars, essays, recommendation letters, and personal qualities. However, grades are just one part of the story.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

The university has policies in place to support academic freedom and open discussions, even on tricky or controversial topics. If you want to boost your chances of getting into UVA, AdmissionSights Private Consulting Program can help you craft a standout application with expert guidance on essays, extracurriculars, and interview prep.

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 11, 2024

They’ve joined a cadre of other schools that have gotten harder and harder to get into, especially when you take into account their need-blind financial aid and test-optional policies. Highly competitive candidates not admitted through Early Decision will be deferred for additional consideration in our Regular Decision round.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Outside of academics, your freshman year is the perfect time to explore extracurricular activities that match your interests. Most admissions officers look for students who consistently participate in about three to five extracurriculars throughout all four years of high school. Develop effective time management skills. Take the PSAT.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 1, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Extracurriculars matter too, whether its sports, leadership, or volunteer work. UC Berkeley takes a holistic approach to admissions, so other factors like extracurriculars, leadership, and strong personal insight question responses can help make up for a slightly lower GPA. of students had a 4.0

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JANUARY 19, 2024

Should you apply to medical school via early decision? Pros and cons Part 4: Early decision application strategies Part 5: Frequently asked questions about early decision for medical school Part 6: List of early decision medical schools - Part 1: Introduction What is the Early Decision Program for medical school?

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 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 Vanderbilt University is their number one choice. The early decision acceptance rate is 15.7%.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Extracurricular activities, talents, personal qualities, volunteer work , work experience, and first-generation status are also considered in the admissions process. Northeastern takes a holistic approach, so extracurricular activities, leadership roles , recommendation letters, and essays also carry weight in the admissions process.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In addition to being two of their toughest academic years, your child will be tasked with maximizing their standardized test scores, continuing to pursue high-impact extracurricular activities, securing recommendation letters, and working on their college applications by writing essay upon essay. Study for ACT or SAT. Complete college visits.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 1, 2024

These stats paint a clear picture—getting into Yale means going head-to-head with some of the brightest students around, armed with stellar grades and resumes full of standout extracurriculars. Here’s how the numbers break down: Application Type Total Applications Accepted Acceptance Rate Regular Decision 46,609 1,437 3.1%

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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% Yale University 3.7%

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The Koppelman Group

OCTOBER 13, 2024

They, like many other schools, have kept their test-optional policy, which in turn has increased the number of students applying. When determining whether a school is a reach, target, or safety , consider things like acceptance rates, how your stats stack up against their middle 50% data, and the strength of your courses and extracurriculars.

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Ivy Central

MAY 3, 2023

The Claremont Colleges boast a unique consortium that benefits from the diverse missions, character, and culture of each institution and the integration of academic and extracurricular programs. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Extracurricular activities. Beyond academics, they care about your extracurricular activities, talents, and the qualities that make you who you are. Harvey Mudd looks at applications holistically, which means other factors like essays, extracurriculars, and recommendations can help set you apart. Mid-year and final reports.

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