The Koppelman Group

APRIL 7, 2025

Of accepted first-year students for the Fall of 2023 who attended high schools with reported GPAs (over 99% of applicants), over 93% had a GPA at or above a 3.75. The average GPA overall was 4.2average. Ultimately, your grades also need to build to a crescendo. 74% had a perfect 4.0.

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College Kickstart

APRIL 19, 2020

We’ve enhanced our test-optional recommendation engine to help you better handle the growing list of schools going test-blind for the 2020-21 admission cycle. Handling Test-Blind Admissions in College Kickstart. What is Test-Blind Admission? How are Test-Blind Schools Handled in College Kickstart?

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 3, 2025

In this blog, well talk about what a 960 SAT score really means, whether or not you should retake the test, and how you can move forward to reach your college goals. Scoring 960 on the SAT places you around the 41st percentile , meaning you performed better than about a third of test-takers nationwide. How Good Is a 960 SAT Score?

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

One of the big questions that might be swirling around in your head is: Is Duke test-optional? 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.

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Admissions Village

DECEMBER 1, 2022

GPA is not the same as a Pre-Covid 4.0. The University of San Diego (who is test blind) has expanded tutoring services and invited all first-year students to campus a week early, at the college’s expense, for Science Lab boot camps because the students probably missed that in high school. MIT made this decision last spring.

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 23, 2023

After the COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult or impossible for many students to take the ACT and the SAT, the vast majority of American colleges and universities chose to institute temporary (or, in some cases, permanent) test-optional policies. Which colleges will be test-optional for the Class of 2024?

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Spark Admissions

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Because the COVID-19 pandemic has made it difficult or impossible for many students to take the ACT and the SAT, the vast majority of American colleges and universities chose to institute temporary (or, in some cases, permanent) test-optional policies. Which colleges will be test-optional for the Class of 2023?

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 23, 2023

After the COVID-19 pandemic made it difficult or impossible for many students to take the ACT and the SAT, the vast majority of American colleges and universities chose to institute temporary (or, in some cases, permanent) test-optional policies. Which colleges will be test-optional for the high school Class of 2024 (a.k.a.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

A big reason for this surge is the rise of test-optional policies and increased global access to higher education. This means more competition for every spot and higher expectations for grades, test scores, essays, and extracurriculars. If your GPA isn’t quite there, don’t panic. to just 5.4%. That’s a massive drop.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Back When Middle 50% ranges- There was a time when publishing the middle 50% GPA and SAT/ACT range of admitted students was extremely helpful. GPAs were more uniform and test scores were required of all applicants. Over time, however, as high schools created more and more GPA ranges, i.e. 4.0, I am just pro transparency.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Class Rank : The ranking of a student within their high school class, based on their grade point average (GPA). Guaranteed Transfer: Sometimes applicants are denied admission as a first-year student but are offered the option to transfer into the college at a later date if certain conditions like minimum GPA and required courses are met.

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College Essay Guy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

These scholarships typically require excellent grades, high test scores, and sometimes additional criteria like leadership, community service, or extracurricular involvement. However, many colleges are moving away from mandatory test scores, so double-check the requirements for each scholarship. Eligibility: Must be a U.S.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. While it may be beneficial to take both tests, this blog will answer the question, “Do you need both ACT and SAT for college? While both are standardized tests, there are a few key differences between them.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 4, 2024

In this ever-changing college admissions landscape, the role of standardized testing remains a hot topic (and source of confusion). Understanding how these tests fit into the broader admissions process can help demystify their purpose and highlight strategies you can use to enhance your applications.

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Grown & Flown

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In the beginning, we trained ChatGPT by testing it on just a few schoolsthen, when she was closer to making a decision, we used it to compare her final options. Academic Profile : What are the average GPA and ACT/SAT scores for admitted students? Housing Policies : Is freshman housing required?

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Koodoos Learning

OCTOBER 9, 2022

The test-optional movement started almost 50 years ago at Bowdoin College, but in the past few years, more and more colleges have joined along. Recently, diversity concerns may have led to more colleges deciding to go test optional. that are now test-optional, according to the National Center for Fair and Open Testing.”

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

These were the first applicants to apply under Yales new test-flexible policy which requires at least one ACT, SAT, AP, or IB set of test scores. The Class of 2029 saw a 14% decrease in early applications, likely due to the implementation of the new testing policy. Looking to raise your standardized testing scores?

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Admitted

JULY 22, 2024

Baker Colleges and universities nationwide turned to test-optional admission policies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Motivations for this movement included inequitable patterns in test taking, test preparation, and test scores that systematically disadvantaged racially minoritized and low-income students in the admission process.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2025

According to their admissions policy , Duke will consider the highest scores on each section, regardless of the test date, and will create a new composite score by averaging those scores. Instead of stressing over one test, you can focus on improving individual sections over multiple attempts. The good news is, yes, they do!

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

To stand out, make sure your essays, test scores, and extracurriculars show youre not just academically strong but also a great fit for UChicago. UChicago Early Decision policy Both ED I and ED II are binding. This round gives you extra timemaybe to improve your grades or test scoresbut its still binding, just like ED I.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 1, 2025

Well also go over the GPA , test score requirements, and income limits you need to know about to qualify for financial aid. Target GPA/Test Scores: 4.2+ GPA, 1500-1580 SAT, or 34-36 ACT Harvards financial aid program is one of the most generous out there. Target GPA/Test Scores: 3.9+ So, lets dive in!

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 16, 2025

Your GPA plays a major role in your application to Cornell University. As one of the most competitive Ivy League schools, with an acceptance rate of around 8.4% , Cornell evaluates applicants based on both unweighted and weighted GPAs while also factoring in the rigor of their coursework. But how does Cornell calculate GPA?

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 24, 2025

The number of early applications received fell by over 1,000, likely due to the announcement last year that Brown would once again require applicants to submit standardized test scores. This surge is likely on account of a brand new need-blind review policy for international students. Try Application Boot Camp.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 10, 2023

What are the test score requirements to get into Dartmouth? Understanding the academic standards and test score expectations can make your journey smoother. GPA Expectations for Dartmouth As an Ivy League school, Dartmouth holds its applicants to high standards. Take practice tests to determine which format suits you best.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

Last summer, more than 1900 colleges were test optional, test-free or test-blind. Many others have stated they will not go back to requiring test scores yet, if ever, but there is still the potential for more colleges to return to requiring test scores. So, should students still take a test?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Many colleges generally look for an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher, although a GPA of 2.0 More competitive schools might expect a GPA of 3.5 These letter grades are accompanied by a numerical value, known as Grade Point Average (GPA). The average GPA for students admitted to Ivy League schools is about 4.0,

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 17, 2025

DUKE ACCEPTANCE RATE This year marked the universitys fifth test-optional admissions cycle. With application numbers rising, particularly at the Southern Ivies , strong test scores can help set you apart from other talented applicants. Duke University , a private institution in Durham, North Carolina, admitted a record-low 12.8%

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Berkeley² Academy

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Today, we’re breaking down recent news surrounding UT Austin’s auto-admission policy and UT tuition coverage, including how these shifts may impact you! We also offer tutoring services, as well as test preparation. This change is already reflected on their website.

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Did you know that there are over 1,830 colleges and universities that have switched to test-optional over the last few years? According to Forbes , many of these schools did so to help combat the effects of COVID, but as COVID cases have been on a drastic decline schools are standing by this policy for a multitude of reasons.

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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 Are Vanderbilt’s GPA Requirements? They take a holistic approach, which means your essays, extracurriculars, and personality matter just as much as your GPA.

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 22, 2023

In recent times, standardized testing policies for Ivy League universities have undergone significant changes, especially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and growing concerns about equity in college admissions. What Does This Mean for Applicants?

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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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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Here are four real-world examples that prove UC San Diego’s Industry Influence score of 100: COVID-19 testing & wastewater surveillance. UCSD played a major role in developing early COVID-19 detection methods through wastewater testing, which helped identify outbreaks before individuals showed symptoms.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Spoiler alert: its about more than just test scores and grades. Standardized test scores (optional). Rice University has a test-optional policy, but if you do submit, aim for competitive scores. To stay competitive, aiming for a GPA of 4.12 Your target GPA for Rice University should be at least 4.12

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 15, 2024

Some ,, big changes are coming to UT Austin admissions in 2024—today we’ll go over important details regarding their standardized testing policy, essay prompts, application deadlines, and more. Testing Policy This week, UT Austin announced its reinstatement of mandatory standardized testing as part of the undergraduate application.

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Marks Education

APRIL 9, 2025

In this scenario, youll still have a rigorous predetermined set of coursework and likely a minimum GPA to maintain, but youll have peace of mind that youre on the right track and will likely jump into nursing coursework earlier than at other schools. still require test scores. Check out our blog post on applying test optional.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

On top of that, well cover key details like deadlines, GPA expectations, and tips to help your application stand out. Test-optional policies introduced during the pandemic broadened the applicant pool, encouraging students who might not have applied otherwise. The average GPA for admitted students is 4.1. Start early.

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