- Your high school G.P.A.
- Quality and range of courses (i.e., honors and AP classes)
- Class rank (if applicable)
- Scores on standardized tests (SAT, ACT, etc.)
- AP Test Scores (sophomore and junior years)
- Co-curricular activities, clubs, sports
- Out of school activities, jobs and summer jobs
- Awards, honors, leadership positions
- Service to school and community
- Character (especially integrity)
- Recommendations from counselors, teachers, coaches
- The application form
- The application essays (including “short answers”)
- Personal interview with admissions officer or alumni
- Other factors including athletic superstars, gifted students with special skills, legacy candidates, minorities, geography
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