College Admissions Blog

This is the entry to the Main Quadrangle at the University of Chicago.

Notable Alumni From University of Chicago

UChicago alumni include influential economists, writers, politicians, tech leaders, artists, and cultural icons.

June 4, 2026

Healy Hall is featured at Georgetown University.

Notable Alumni From Georgetown University

Georgetown alumni include leaders in politics, law, journalism, entertainment, and business who reflect the university’s influence.

June 4, 2026

Barnard College is featured from the street.

Notable Alumni From Barnard College

Barnard alumni include influential writers, artists, comedians, actors, entrepreneurs, and feminist icons shaped by New York City.

June 4, 2026

A well groomed lawn is featured at Duke University.

Notable Alumni From Duke University

Duke alumni include leaders in journalism, philanthropy, tech, politics, entertainment, and basketball who reflect the university’s prestige.

June 4, 2026

This is an aerial view of Northwestern University from Lake Michigan.

Notable Alumni From Northwestern University

Northwestern alumni include influential figures in comedy, journalism, law, business, entertainment, and public life.

June 4, 2026

Gilman Hall is featured at Johns Hopkins University.

Notable Alumni From Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins alumni include influential leaders in politics, journalism, medicine, environmental science, business, and the arts.

June 4, 2026

Peabody Library is featured at Vanderbilt University.

Notable Alumni From Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt alumni include Pulitzer winners, political leaders, Nobel laureates, entertainers, and bestselling authors.

June 4, 2026

This is the main Quad at Emory University.

Notable Alumni From Emory University

From Scooter Braun to Ellen Gabler, Emory University alumni shine. Admission statistics show just how selective this iconic university has become.

June 4, 2026

Lettering denoting "The Library of Columbia University" is featured atop columns at Columbia.

Class of 2028 Ivy League Admission Statistics: A Year in Review

How competitive was Ivy League admission for the Class of 2028? Review acceptance rates, application numbers, and admissions trends at all eight Ivies.

June 4, 2026

The A.D. White Reading Room is featured at Cornell's Uris Library.

Cornell University Internal Transfer Process & Essay Prompts

Learn how to transfer between colleges at Cornell University, including internal transfer requirements, essay prompts, deadlines, and tips for a successful application.

June 4, 2026

Harvard Yield, Yield at Harvard, Harvard Matriculation

Harvard’s Yield Rate

Harvard’s yield rate consistently ranks among the highest in the nation. See historical Harvard yield data and how it compares with other elite universities.

June 4, 2026

This wide shot features Harvard Yard covered in snow.

Harvard Acceptance Rate and Statistics

Harvard’s Class of 2030 acceptance rate has not yet been released. See the latest available admissions data and how Harvard acceptance rates have changed over time.

June 4, 2026

Baker Library is featured on a cloudy day at Dartmouth College.

Ivy League Graduation Rates

Which Ivy League school has the highest graduation rate? Explore four-year and six-year graduation rates at Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Princeton, Penn, and Yale.

June 4, 2026

A Marine Safety boat sits on the river at Dartmouth College.

The Ranking of Dartmouth College

Dartmouth ranks #13 in the 2026 US News college rankings. See how the Ivy League school performs for undergraduate teaching, value, and veteran support.

June 4, 2026