25 hardest colleges to get into

Hey everyone, just wondering if anyone knows or has a list of the top 25 hardest colleges to get into? I'm starting to look at colleges and I want to know which ones are ultra-competitive.

Hey there! It's important to remember that the "hardest" colleges to get into can change from year to year, but I can certainly give you a list of the most consistently competitive schools in terms of acceptance rates and academic rigor.

Keep in mind that these ultra-competitive colleges are often highly prestigious, but don't let that alone be your deciding factor when selecting schools to apply to. Here's a list to give you a general idea, but this is not an exhaustive list of competitive schools:

1. Stanford University

2. Harvard University

3. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

4. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

5. Yale University

6. Princeton University

7. University of Chicago

8. Columbia University

9. University of Pennsylvania

10. Brown University

11. Dartmouth College

12. Duke University

13. Vanderbilt University

14. Johns Hopkins University

15. Northwestern University

16. Rice University

17. Pomona College

18. Amherst College

19. Swarthmore College

20. Williams College

21. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

22. University of California, Berkeley

23. University of Southern California (USC)

24. University of California, San Diego

25. Georgetown University

These colleges are known for their low acceptance rates and high academic standards, making them some of the most competitive schools. Be sure to also consider other factors such as your unique interests, financial aid availability, location, and campus culture when creating your college list, as the "best" college for you might not be the hardest to get into.

It's always a good idea to balance your college list with reach, target, and safety schools, so don't just focus on applying to these ultra-competitive institutions. Make sure you have a well-rounded college list that includes schools that are academically and financially suitable for you.

Good luck with your college search!