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Admissions Competition Level in Connecticut Schools?

Does anybody have any knowledge about the competitiveness of admissions in Connecticut colleges? I'm especially interested in knowing which ones have a reputation for being difficult to get into.

3 months ago

Sure, I can provide some insight into this. Connecticut is home to some very prestigious and competitive colleges, as well as others with more accessible admissions standards.

Arguably the most competitive school in Connecticut is Yale University, an Ivy League institution with an acceptance rate often under 6%, meaning it's extremely selective. You'll need excellent grades, high standardized test scores (if you're opting to submit them), and outstanding extracurricular activities to be considered.

The University of Connecticut (UConn) is a public research university that is less competitive than Yale, but still requires strong academic performances for admission due to its high standards.

Trinity College and Wesleyan University are liberal arts colleges that also have competitive admissions, annually admitting around 30% and 20% of applicants respectively. Fairfield University, another competitive institution, typically admits about 45% of applicants.

Schools with somewhat less competitive admissions include Southern Connecticut State University, and Western Connecticut State University which have acceptance rates above 60%.

However, "competitiveness" doesn't always equate to a better fit or better education for an individual student. I'd suggest considering the academic and extracurricular offerings, campus culture, and financial factors of each school in Connecticut to see which might be the best fit for you. Hope this helps!

3 months ago

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