So, I'm curious - which college gets the most applications each year? I gotta know if I'm gonna be one among thousands or just hundreds, you know?
Currently, the college that receives the most annual applications for undergraduate admissions is the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It takes in over 130,000 applications each year for its undergraduate programs.
However, keep in mind that even if a school receives a large number of applications, that doesn't necessarily equate to being competitive. There's a disparity between how many applications schools receive and how many students they actually admit. For example, a school like Stanford University may receive fewer applications compared to UCLA, but Stanford's acceptances are also much lower resulting in a lower acceptance rate which, in turn, makes it more competitive.
Admissions decisions are also determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to your course rigor, GPA, test scores (if applicable), personal essays, recommendation letters, and extracurricular involvement. Quality always outshines quantity, so focus on presenting a strong, well-rounded application over the sheer numbers!
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