Hey everyone, are there any stats out there showing which colleges get the most applications every year? I'm just curious to see what schools are drawing a lot of interest.
Sure, there are several schools that consistently receive a high number of applications each year. Here are a few of them and the number of applications they received for last year's application cycle:
1. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA): Over 173,000 applications.
2. University of California, San Diego (UCSD): Around 156,900 applications.
3. University of California, Irvine (UCI): Approximately 146,000 applications.
4. University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB): Near 110,000 applications.
These numbers do change yearly, and it's important to remember that a high number of applications does not necessarily correlate with the selectivity or perceived prestige of a university. Several factors can influence these numbers, including the size of the university, whether the school has a centralized application system (like the UC schools), and the specific programs or opportunities the school offers.
Each of these schools belongs to a larger system, like the UC and Florida State systems, that may encourage students to apply to multiple schools within the system. This, along with the growing trend to apply to more colleges, can also impact application numbers.
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