07/16/2018
According to College Board, the weight placed on each aspect of your application may be different depending on the type of institution (i.e. large, small, public, private, liberal arts, STEM-focused).
"Many small, selective colleges pay greater attention to personal statements and essays, teacher and counselor recommendations, leadership experiences and the individual talents of applicants. They typically offer the chance for a face-to-face interview.
Large, public state university systems often use a mathematical formula based on a student's grade point average (GPA) and scores on the SAT or ACT. They tend to favor in-state applicants."
Ensure your application stands out by highlighting your successes and what you can contribute to both academic and student life on campus!