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The University of Texas at Austin (UT) has seen significant changes in its admissions landscape this year. As a top-tier university, it's no surprise that it's witnessing record-breaking application numbers and an increasingly competitive admissions environment. Here are three key trends to note based on the recent admissions results.
Decreased Admissions Rate: The admit rate at UT has experienced a significant decline over the past two decades, falling from 46% to a mere 32%. For a bit of perspective, Dartmouth's admit rate was around this figure back in 2003. What this means is that getting accepted into UT is now as tough as it was to get into Dartmouth two decades ago.
Non-Auto Admit Competition:
The competition is fierce for non-auto admit students. UT's admissions policy ensures that 75% of the incoming class comprises of students who fall within the top 6% of their high school classes. These 'auto-admit' students, however, have to compete for entry into competitive majors like computer science, engineering, business or nursing. For those students not in the top 6%, the overall admissions rate drops to a staggeringly low 12%. But fear not! Many students who showcased strong academic potential and good fit for their chosen majors did exceptionally well even in this category.
Highly Selective Majors: UT emphasizes holistic review in its admissions, especially for highly competitive majors. This approach considers academic performance and test scores, but emphasizes elements like extended resumes, crafted essays, and demonstrated interest in the university. The choice of major is particularly crucial in this process. With intense competition in popular programs such as computer science, engineering, business, and nursing, a holistic review becomes key to assessing each applicant's suitability and potential contribution.
What do these trends mean for parents and prospective students?
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