most applied to schools in the US

Hey y'all! Does anyone know what the top 10 most applied-to colleges in the United States are? I'm really curious to see if there's a similar pattern for all students looking into higher education. Thanks in advance!

Hi there! Here's a list of some of the most applied-to schools in the U.S. based on recent data. Keep in mind that the exact rankings may change slightly from year to year, but this list should give you a good idea of which colleges receive a high volume of applications.

1. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

2. University of California, San Diego (UCSD)

3. University of California, Irvine (UCI)

4. University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)

5. University of California, Berkeley (UCB)

6. New York University (NYU)

7. University of California, Davis (UCD)

8. California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)

9. Boston University (BU)

10. University of Southern California (USC)

You'll notice a strong presence of University of California schools on this list. The UC system is popular due to its strong academic programs, research opportunities, and lower in-state tuition for residents of California, which is the state with the highest population. Additionally, schools like NYU, BU, and USC are located in highly desirable urban locations and offer a wide range of programs and resources to their students.

Do remember that, as you continue your own college search, it's important to look beyond application numbers and choose schools that fit your personal needs and goals. While these schools are certainly appealing to many students, they're also quite large, and many of them are located in major metro areas. If you're looking for a more intimate college environment, or want to go to a more rural school with better access to outdoor activities, there are certainly plenty of colleges out there for you - you just won't find them on this list.

Platforms like CollegeVine allow you to research schools based on your personal preferences, in terms of size, location, and so on. I'd recommend taking advantage of these resources to develop a college list that makes sense for you. Good luck with your college search!