With unprecedented levels of applications and extremely low admission rates, the statistics for the Class of 2027 closely resemble those of the Class of 2026. The key trends? An influx of applications to top-tier schools (prompted by test-optional policies) and a steadfast commitment to fostering diverse incoming cohorts.
However, not all schools are shattering records. Several institutions, including Amherst, Columbia, Harvard, MIT, UCLA, and UC Berkeley, experienced a slight dip in application numbers.
Similarly, UPenn, Stanford, Princeton, and Cornell chose not to disclose admissions statistics for their freshly minted Class of 2027. It's anticipated that this trend will persist, potentially exacerbating the lack of transparency already present in college admissions.
LOOKING BEYOND NUMBERS: The Impact of Diversity
In May 2020, Yale, along with 14 other universities, issued a joint statement proclaiming the "irreplaceable value" that a diverse student body adds to the quality of their students' educational journey. The declaration further elaborated, "Diversity prompts students to challenge their preconceptions, scrutinize established truths, and grasp the intricacies of the contemporary world." They added, "This broader comprehension prepares our graduates to instigate innovation across fields, to be proactive and involved citizens capable of grappling with contemporary critical issues, and to augment mankind's knowledge and achievement." These sentiments continue to echo strongly among admissions decision-makers at leading universities nationwide.
Reports on the newly accepted students for the Class of 2027 underscore a sustained focus on cultivating a diverse student community:
• UPenn’s newly admitted students represent the most varied cohort in Penn’s history in terms of racial and ethnic background, socioeconomic diversity (including Pell Grant recipients), and those who are the first in their family to attend a four-year college or university.
• At Caltech, students of color constitute 64% of the admitted students, and 17% are first-generation college students.
• At Duke, international students make up 10% of admitted students, and 52% identify as students of color.
• At UVA, students of color represent 55% of admits, slightly up from 52% the previous year.
• Tufts admitted a U.S. student body in which 57% are students of color, and international students makeup 11% of admits. Women account for 52% of admitted engineering students.
• At Pomona, 62% of admitted students are domestic students of color, and 14% are international; 23% are first-generation college students.
• At Georgetown, 53% of admitted students identified as Black, Hispanic, Latinx, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
• Dartmouth's Lee Coffin, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, stated, "The admitted group maintains the demographic highlights of recent classes...It is a group of individuals literally drawn from around the world—and from a spectrum of socioeconomic backgrounds, perspectives, ethnicities, and locations."
• Colby reports that approximately 13% of admitted students are non-U.S. citizens. Among U.S. students, 48% identify as a person of color.
LOOKING BEYOND NUMBERS: Spotlight on Dynamic Students
When selecting students, admission officials often seek academic specialization—an intriguing field or two backed by related coursework, individual research, or projects that exhibit genuine interest.
Notre Dame's Vice President for Undergraduate Enrollment, Micki Kidder, notes, "There are numerous crucial factors beyond academic performance. For example, alignment with the institution's mission and passion for being a character-driven leader, nurturing both the heart and the mind, and acting as a force for good in society. So, the way students react and show excitement to this kind of inquiry is significant."
For those accepted to UPenn this year, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid Whitney Soule says, "Our incoming students demonstrated their intellectual vitality and eagerness to explore on a social and cultural level. They told us how their daily life experiences link to the courses they wish to pursue at Penn, to faculty members whose work they appreciate, and to the lively atmosphere of our host city, Philadelphia."
Among the students granted admission to Johns Hopkins this year, as per Ellen Chow, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, are:
• A young scholar chosen for a college-level rocket-building team, currently on the journey to becoming a commercially licensed pilot
• A climate activist and photojournalist who collaborated with the Korean government
• A co-founder and chief tech officer of an enterprise creating environmentally friendly sanitary pads from dragon fruit peels
Caltech sought more than just a solid grounding in math, physics, and chemistry. They looked for students who demonstrated determination, interest, tenacity, and readiness to undertake challenging work and collaborate in a rigorous STEM-focused academic setting.
According to the institution, "The successful candidates displayed a wide variety of interests across different academic disciplines, activities, and experiences. Still, they all have a strong dedication to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics."
Supplementary data provide a glimpse into the incoming class and their comprehensive research experience: "Over a third of the students provided a portfolio showcasing their creative and maker activities, while 45 percent included materials proving their previous research. One-fifth of the class comprises scholar-athletes who will get the chance to participate in one or more of the Institute's Division III varsity athletic teams."
LOOKING BEYOND NUMBERS: The Spirit of Community Activism
Duke's Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Christoph Guttentag, was greatly impressed not only by the academic prowess of this year's applicants but, more importantly, by their dedication to their peers and the wider community. Guttentag emphasized the students' embodiment of their values in their community service initiatives and their acts of kindness towards each other.
Emory’s Oxford College's Assistant Vice Provost and Dean of Enrollment Services, Kelley Lips, echoed this sentiment, noticing a significant tilt towards humanitarian endeavors among the applicants for the Class of 2027. Lips acknowledged the myriad challenges the COVID-19 pandemic brought to many communities and applauded the applicants' voluntary efforts to help those in need.
Lips also underscored the significance of civic engagement and community activism, noting that the applicants' experiences have developed a level of resilience. Their commitment to both academics and co-curricular activities was striking, and she noted an inspiring confidence in their abilities to tackle complex societal issues.
LOOKING BEYOND NUMBERS: Recognizing the Merits of Work
Johns Hopkins University reported that a remarkable 93% of those admitted to the Class of 2027 held part-time jobs, internships, or summer jobs during their high school years. Nearly 40% of the students admitted to the University of Pennsylvania's Class of 2026 worked during high school to financially support themselves and their families. Additionally, many students assumed substantial household responsibilities, including taking care of younger siblings, grandparents, or elderly neighbors.
LOOKING BEYOND NUMBERS: The Dilemma of Test Submissions
Many students are grappling with the widespread shift towards test-optional policies, questioning if such policies are consistently applied across all applicants. Some students feel this might not always be the case, leading to a sense of uncertainty. With testing becoming more accessible, these policies tend to favor underrepresented and low-income students. With some institutions reinstating test requirements and others extending test-optional policies indefinitely, students are left in a state of bewilderment.
According to The Daily Northwestern, the increased selectivity of Northwestern University's Class of 2027 is partly due to test-optional policies, which were implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic to accommodate students who had difficulties accessing standardized testing sites. These policies have also contributed to an increase in applications from low-income students and those from marginalized racial and ethnic groups.
In addition, data shows that 64% of students admitted to Emory’s Class of 2027 reported SAT or ACT scores, slightly down from 69% for the Class of 2026. Among the 36% who didn't report scores, over half still provided AP exam scores, which were considered in the admissions process.
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