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. 35% of admitted students submitted standardized test scores.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA for accepted students at Wake Forest University is more than 3.85. 75% of the accepted students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Start today!

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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. For some students, that means regular-round applications for schools like Wake Forest and Emory , which require all students interested in merit scholarships to submit their applications by November 15 th.

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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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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

UChicago Acceptance Rate Trends UChicago Regular Decision Acceptance Rate UChicago Early Action Acceptance Rate UChicago Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into UChicago UChicago Transfer Acceptance Rate UChicago Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is UChicagos Acceptance Rate?

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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

DECEMBER 6, 2024

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? But some schools might have specific high school course requirements. for Early Decision for the class of 2028.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

Does UC Davis have Early Action or Early Decision? UC Davis doesn’t have Early Action or Early Decision , so you won’t need to worry about those options. Instead, you’ll apply through the Regular Decision process, and your application will be considered just like everyone else’s.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

The admissions process at Dartmouth comprises both regular decision and early decision rounds. In the early decision round conducted in December, Dartmouth admitted 578 students from a record-breaking pool of 3,009 applicants. The acceptance rate of 19% was an all-time low for the College’s early decision cohort.

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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. The school got an overwhelming 118,000 applications but only admitted 9,440 students. Plus, we explore how NYUs prestige and selectivity impact your chances of getting in.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

That’s why we suggest starting with a simple to-do list during your junior year of high school. The PSAT, or Preliminary SAT, is a standardized test that gives you a sneak peek at what the SAT will be like. There are plenty of other ways to learn about schools! Begin searching for scholarships. Take the AP exams.

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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 top school’s overall acceptance rate followed the same competitive trend—just 5.1%.

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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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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. Start today!

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

The acceptance rate hovers around 20%, reflecting the university's rigorous standards and selective nature. Acceptance GPA The rigour of the high school curriculum, together with the individual's academic performance are the two most important factors that BU consider when looking at applications. Start today!

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 29, 2025

Once youve made your choice, youll submit the following : High school transcript. Northwestern asks for two letters: one from your school counselor and one from a teacher who knows you well. Standardized test scores (optional). Thanks to their test-optional policy, submitting SAT or ACT scores is up to you.

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 1, 2025

Considered These factors dont hold the same weight as the more important ones, but they still play a role in rounding out your application: Standardized test scores. Look for programs like the Research Science Institute or Cornells own Summer College for high school students. Consider applying through Early Decision (ED).

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of admitted students at Hamilton College is 4.0. 86% of the accepted students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Start today!

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Rice University Regular Decision Acceptance Rate Rice University Early Decision Acceptance Rate How to Get Accepted into Rice University Rice University Transfer Acceptance Rate Rice University Waitlist Acceptance Rate Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways What Is Rice Universitys Acceptance Rate? Early Decision 2,886 442 15.3%

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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

MARCH 30, 2025

Very important They place the most importance on things like your talent/ability, character/personal qualities, standardized test scores, recommendations, and your application essay. Brown requires three recommendation letters : two from teachers in core subjects like math, science, or English, and one from your high school counselor.

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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. Types of Admissions Wesleyan offers three different admissions types Early Decision I, Early Decision II and Regular Decision. Start today!

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Ivy Central

APRIL 24, 2023

Acceptance GPA: Most students that are admitted to Occidental College have a 3.75+ high school GPA. high school GPA. Types of Admission: The students can enroll through Early Decision I and II. Students can only apply to one college for Early Decision. Only 4% of admitted students have a 3.24

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BestColleges

MARCH 8, 2024

Brown becomes the third Ivy League school, following Yale and Dartmouth, to reinstate standardized testing requirements. The university also announced it will continue to offer an Early Decision option and maintain legacy preferences. So did Dartmouth, which became the first Ivy to return to standardized testing.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Heres what youll need to submit : High school transcript. Standardized test scores (optional). Rice University has a test-optional policy, but if you do submit, aim for competitive scores. Rice University recommends (but doesnt require) completing 16 units during high school. More on those later.

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 2023

Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of admitted students at Vanderbilt University is more than 3.80. 99% of the accepted students ranked in the top 10% of their high school class. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Start today!

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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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Ivy Central

MAY 3, 2023

Acceptance GPA Pitzer College is a highly selective college; most accepted students have a high school GPA higher than 4.05. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. The acceptance rate for Early Decision was 47%. Start today!

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Ivy Central

APRIL 28, 2023

97.78% of first-year students were in the top quarter of their high school class. Acceptance GPA 90% of students admitted to Scripps College have a high school GPA of more than 3.75. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycles. Start today!

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Ivy Central

MAY 2, 2023

Acceptance GPA Harvey Mudd College is a highly selective college and most of the accepted students have a high school GPA higher than 3.97. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Many more students apply for Regular Decision than Early Decision.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 6, 2025

Heres what you need to know about their application process : High school transcript. Standardized test scores (optional). Boston University is test-optional , so SAT and ACT scores are not required. If standardized testing is not your strong suit, you can still stand out in other areas.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Acceptance GPA The students admitted to William & Mary have an average high school GPA of more than 3.9. 77% of admitted students are top 10% of their high school class. Types of Admission The students can apply through the Early Decision and Regular Decision cycle. Start today!

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Ivy Central

JUNE 13, 2023

Applicants who accept their offers of admission will join the 255 incoming students admitted through the early decision program in December to form the Class of 2027. In addition to the 858 students who were accepted, 14 students were deferred from the early decision round. Start today!

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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

MARCH 12, 2025

Heres what you need to know about the application requirements : High school transcript. Most successful applicants take honors, AP, IB, or advanced classes in high school. Standardized test scores (optional). Wellesley is test-optional , so submitting SAT or ACT scores is up to you.

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Great College Advice

JULY 24, 2023

This is the time of year when I get calls from parents and students asking whether they should apply to college via early decision vs regular decision. This decision is a very important one, especially if you are considering some of the more selective colleges and universities in the country.

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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. Finalize college visit details.

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