Top Tier Admissions

MAY 20, 2024

Test-optional? Test-flexible? Test-blind? Test-neutral? Test-recommended? Test-aware? While many universities have announced post-pandemic admissions policies that re-instate mandatory standardized test scores, there is still no consensus.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Harvard takes a holistic approach to admissions, meaning they dont just focus on grades and test scores. Standardized test scores Harvard has reinstated its requirement for standardized test scores beginning with the class of 2029, meaning applicants must now submit SAT or ACT results as part of their application.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. Many colleges have still not decided if they will become permanently test-optional for admissions. Among them are the University of Michigan and Northwestern.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

I gathered documents, tried, and failed to book an appointment, travelled to the DMV, drew a number, sat for three hours, turned in all my paperwork, took a mini drivers test and vision check, and finally posed for a new requisitely terrible picture. I often forget to mention testing in my presentations even though we require it here at Tech.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The landscape of college admissions continues to shift as universities re-evaluate the role of standardized testing in the application process. In a major policy change, the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) has announced that it will reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Not everyone feels confident when it comes to taking tests. You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Stanford University , located in Palo Alto, California, is one of the most prestigious universities in the nation. While Stanford remains test-optional for those applying this cycle, applicants to the Class of 2030 will once again be required to submit a standardized test score.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Brown University , an Ivy League institution located in Providence, Rhode Island, is known for its commitment to a flexible and open curriculum. Transfer students may still take advantage of a test-optional policy. 100 words) APPLYING TO BROWN UNIVERSITY? Are you thinking about applying to Brown University?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Cornell University is test-optional, but not for long. 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.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) received a record-breaking surge in applications for the Fall 2025 term. For Texass flagship public university, applications from in-state residents increased by 12%, while out-of-state applications soared by 48%. Applications for freshman admission increased 24.3%

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

Overview Wake Forest University is a private research university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA. The university was founded in 1834 and has a rich history and tradition of academic excellence. The university has 18 varsity sports teams, including football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and tennis.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 4, 2025

Test-optional policies took off during the Covid 19 pandemic, though some institutions, mostly small liberal arts colleges, had adopted these policies in the early 2000s. Recently, some of the most selective colleges in the nation have been reverting to test-required policies. on February 14.

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Admissions officers mark each individual factor (grades, test scores, essays, extracurricular activities, letters of recommendation, etc.) What About Standardized Test Scores? The other academic factor is your test score on the ACT or SAT. But even if colleges remain test-optional, you should still attempt the test.

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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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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

College/University Terms: Accelerated Degree Programs: An accelerated degree program reduces the amount of time it takes to obtain an undergraduate degree by at least one year. Honors College or Program: A smaller more individualized program for top students of that university. These include universities and community colleges.

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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 UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCE RATE Last years acceptance rate for Early Decision (ED) students was 14.38%.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Standardized testing is becoming more important for students applying to selective colleges. Several colleges, including Brown, MIT, Stanford, Cornell (for students applying next year), and UT Austin are requiring standardized test scores from applicants. Read the release here. Read the article here. 45% of the U.S.

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Peterson's Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

DSST testing population refers to the population that takes the DANTES Subject Standardized Test or DSST. DSST exams help individuals earn college credits by testing them on information they are familiar with. Traditional students utilize DSST practice tests to earn college credits faster.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 19, 2025

Alongside the ACT , this test aims to give colleges a peek at how well you might handle their courses. Even though youve outscored 12% of test takers, it likely wont be enough to open doors to numerous schools. While this score is on the lower end, there are still schools that consider a range of applicants beyond just test scores.

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BestColleges

JULY 18, 2024

The math, reading, and English core test will be reduced from three hours to two hours to curb test-taking fatigue. Many colleges and universities went test-optional during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some have recently reinstated standardized testing requirements. The ACT Education Corp.,

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 18, 2025

This occurred even though ACT subject tests remained relatively stagnant. Yes, they use testing, but not every student takes the SAT or ACT in the recent test optional landscape, so graduation rates and sometimes GPA is also included. students had risen in every subject, and most notably, in math.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? It is similar to ACT and SAT as scores can qualify students for academic scholarships, like Bright Future, and grant acceptance into universities.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For others, the next big application deadline comes on December 2nd , when all applications to the University of California are due. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA: ACCEPTANCE RATES The University of California—with nine undergraduate campuses—is among the most popular options for college applicants.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin is a public research university founded in 1883 with an undergraduate enrollment of over 42,000. It was ranked #32 (Best National Universities), #9 (Best Public Universities) and #5 (Best Business Programs) by the U.S. News & World Report in 2024.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Insights from the Common App report , along with trends highlighted in recent articles from elite universities, provide a comprehensive picture of what students and families can expect this year. This trend signals a growing perception of the value of standardized testing, as students aim to bolster their applications.

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College Transitions

JULY 10, 2024

Prior to the onset of the pandemic in March 2020, rarely did a single month pass without another well-known college or university making headlines by announcing that it would no longer require applicants to submit standardized test scores.

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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? The ACT has more sections and a slightly longer overall testing time.

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 28, 2022

When the pandemic began, nearly all colleges and universities in the United States dropped their testing requirements when it became impossible for students in some areas of the country to find a test center and date reliably. Initially, however, it seemed like the Ivy League was eager to return to requiring test scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Yale University , an Ivy League institution in New Haven, Connecticut, accepted 728 Early Action applicants to the Class of 2029. 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. Looking to raise your standardized testing scores?

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The Koppelman Group

MARCH 25, 2025

Brown University, located in Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the eight Ivy League schools and the 7th oldest institution of higher education in the US. Brown is interesting because in 2023, they decided to form a committee to determine if they should make changes to Early Decision, testing policies, and legacy admissions.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 8, 2025

Changes to standardized testing requirements Some colleges that have maintained test-optional policies include Princeton, the University of Maryland, and Texas A&M. However, many of the most competitive schoolsincluding Caltech, Stanford, and Cornellhave reinstated testing requirements.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

With its reputation as one of the most prestigious universities in the world, Stanfords admissions process is notoriously competitive. The short answer is: its one of the hardest universities to get into. Even with high GPA and test scores, your chances may be slim if you dont excel in other areas they value. Limited seats.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

JULY 9, 2023

This became especially true in 2020, given changes in test administration and colleges’ testing policies due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Two years later, colleges continue to update their testing requirements, with some extending their test-optional periods and others opting for permanent changes.

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The Koppelman Group

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

This could mean taking a summer course at a local college, taking an online course (preferably an accredited course linked to a university), doing independent research with the goal of publication or presentation. Wesleyan cares a lot about individual achievement and promise, but something they dont care a ton about are standardized tests.

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Ivy Central

MAY 19, 2023

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) is known for its academic excellence and vibrant campus life. The university recognizes the importance of cultivating well-rounded individuals. Location The University of California, Irvine (UCI) is situated in a picturesque location in Southern California.

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