Ivy Central

MAY 12, 2023

Four-year Completion Rate The first-year retention rate at UCLA is 97%. Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of accepted students is more than 4.43. Standardized Test Score: The University of California is test blind. Student-to-Faculty Ratio The students to faculty ratio at UCLA is 18:1.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 28, 2023

Acceptance GPA 90% of students admitted to Scripps College have a high school GPA of more than 3.75. Standardized Test Scores: Scripps College is test optional. Four-Year Completion Rate Scripps College has a high retention rate of 91%. The students get the expertise of accomplished scholars and researchers.

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The Koppelman Group

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Even though thats about 1/3rd their incoming class size, Vanderbilt still has a retention rate of 96%, which leads us to believe that they hold space for transfer applicants in addition to filling the gaps left by students who leave. While a B+ GPA may be a 3.3/3.4, We bolded the important parts for you. Good grades are key.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

Hamilton College’s first-year retention rate is 93%. Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of admitted students at Hamilton College is 4.0. Standardized Test Scores: Hamilton College is test optional. Hamilton College has 7% international students. The 4-year graduation rate is 87%. acceptance rate.

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Ivy Central

MAY 27, 2023

Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of accepted students is more than 4.23. Four-year Completion Rate The first-year retention rate at UC San Diego is 95%. Standardized Test Score: The University of California is test blind. 130,380 students applied to UC San Deigo.

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Ivy Central

MAY 13, 2023

Vanderbilt University’s first-year retention rate is 97%. Acceptance GPA The average high school GPA of admitted students at Vanderbilt University is more than 3.80. Student Cohort Vanderbilt University has a total student population of 13,710 students including 7,151 undergraduate students and 6,559 graduate students.

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Ivy Central

MAY 2, 2023

Harvey Mudd College’s first-year retention rate is 97 %. 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. Standardized Test Scores: Harvey Mudd College is test optional. 49% of students are men and 51% are women.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 29, 2023

Claremont McKenna College’s first-year retention rate is 96%. Acceptance GPA Claremont McKenna College is a highly selective college and most of the accepted students have a high school GPA higher than 3.97. Standardized Test Scores: Claremont McKenna College is test optional.

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Ivy Central

MAY 5, 2023

William & Mary’s first-year retention rate is 95%. Acceptance GPA The students admitted to William & Mary have an average high school GPA of more than 3.9. Standardized Test Scores: The test scores are completely optional. 34% of the class of 2026 applied test-optional.

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Ivy Central

MAY 3, 2023

Pitzer College’s first-year retention rate is 93%. Acceptance GPA Pitzer College is a highly selective college; most accepted students have a high school GPA higher than 4.05. Standardized Test Scores: Pitzer College is test optional. of students submitted their test scores.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

MARCH 28, 2023

Do UC schools require standardized tests? No, UC schools do not require applicants to take standardized tests. However, in November 2021, the University of California announced that it would go test-free for the foreseeable future. freshman and senior year don’t count for GPA purposes). 4.06 - 4.30

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This morning, Dartmouth College announced that they are reactivating the standardized testing requirement for undergraduate admission, effective with the Class of 2029. Test scores are more reliable than high school grades, partly because of grade inflation in recent years.”

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HelloCollege

JULY 12, 2023

We all know that standardized test scores and grades are both important metrics that colleges use during the college admissions process. In this blog, we’ll explore if whether grades or test scores are a better predictor of college success. Why Is GPA Better at Predicting College Success?

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BestColleges

MARCH 6, 2023

Testing policies remain the same for students who wish to submit scores. William & Mary found similarities in retention and GPA from students who submit tests and those who don't. The respective institutions announced last week that each will move forward with test-optional undergraduate admissions policies.

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Does taking more rigorous high school courses (AP, IB, honors, dual enrollment) impact student success (retention & graduation) in college? Increasing undergraduate student success is critical to the mission of t he University of Arizona (UAZ).

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BestColleges

JUNE 28, 2024

WGU does not require standardized test scores or recommendation letters. undergraduate or graduate GPA. undergraduate GPA and one recommendation letter from a work supervisor. undergraduate GPA to apply. You can submit standardized test scores if you feel they would improve your application.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 14, 2023

overall GPA; a 3.0 GPA in undergraduate psychology courses; and GRE or GMAT scores (waived for applicants with 3.0 overall GPAs). minimum GPA and submit a statement of purpose, a current resume, and three letters of recommendation. Admission requires a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited school; a 2.8

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Rethinking Admissions Strategies Holistic admissions practices — ones that consider more than just GPA and test scores — can help advance diversity in college, according to the report. That's why we're calling upon state, college, and university leaders to renew their commitments to opportunity for all students.

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SSA Online College Prep

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Usually you’ll be able to find answers to whether the college accepts AP and/or transfer credits, how many students are in each class, what the retention rate is, whether there’s Greek Life — all great questions which can be answered ahead of time. What standardized tests are required for admissions?

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Tex Admissions

MARCH 21, 2022

It is also unclear whether they will look at criteria like weighted/unweighted GPA in addition to the class rank to better assess a student’s academic performance. The test-optional movement claims to increase college access and campus diversity while also improving retention and graduation rates.

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Educated Quest

OCTOBER 20, 2022

I touch on test-optional admissions in my new book, The Good College. Standardized test scores are one of several data points in college admissions, even at test-optional schools. Lafayette College (PA), a test-optional liberal arts college with 2,500 undergrads and no graduate students.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 15, 2023

8,000+ Students: 1,747 Student-faculty ratio: 8:1 – averaging 15 students per class Acceptance Rate: 7%-9% Average GPA: Shoot for the 4.0+ However, Pomona is not “only” focused on GPA as you can get in on talent and/or merit. Average GPA: Though one should plan to aim for a 4.0 for Pomona.

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College Essay Guy

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Grading Systems What is the GPA scale your school uses (if at all)? Is there a system for weighting GPA based on advanced coursework? If not, can you provide information around GPA distribution among your most recent graduating class? What about another state-based standardized test (such as Regents in New York)?

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Ivy Central

APRIL 27, 2023

Acceptance GPA Pomona College is a highly selective college. Most of the admitted students have a 3.90+ GPA. Standardized Test Scores: Pomona College is test optional. Pomona College’s first-year retention rate is 97%. Students admitted to the Class of 2027 are academically exceptional, with 94.7%

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Ivy Central

MAY 8, 2023

Wellesley’s first-year retention rate is 92%. Acceptance GPA The students admitted to William & Mary have an average high school GPA of more than 3.97. Standardized Test Scores: Wellesley College has temporarily suspended its standardized test requirement for a four-year period of review.

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Educated Quest

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Freshman retention has never gone below 95 percent over the past two decades. UNC-Chapel Hill has considered standardized test scores to be very important, even during the pandemic when admissions became test optional. Important: Class Rank, Academic GPA, Volunteer Work, Work Experience.

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