What are some examples of selective universities?

I'm trying to create a well-rounded college list and I'm looking to include selective universities. Can anyone provide a list of some examples of selective universities in the U.S., so I can start researching them?

Certainly! Selective universities are institutions that admit a low percentage of applicants, often due to their strong reputation and high demand. I'll provide you a list of some selective universities, both private and public, to get you started:

Private Universities:

1. Harvard University

2. Stanford University

3. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

4. Caltech

5. Yale University

6. University of Chicago

7. Columbia University

8. Princeton University

9. University of Pennsylvania

10. Duke University

11. Brown University

12. Dartmouth College

13. Northwestern University

14. Vanderbilt University

15. Johns Hopkins University

Public Universities:

1. University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley)

2. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

3. University of Virginia (UVA)

4. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

5. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC)

6. University of California, San Diego (UCSD)

7. University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)

8. University of Florida (UF)

9. University of Wisconsin, Madison

10. University of Texas at Austin

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and there are many other selective universities in the U.S. Additionally, this list comprises mostly highly selective institutions that you might classify as "reach" schools. It's important to balance your college list with a mix of reach, target, and safety schools to increase your chances of getting accepted into a suitable institution.

When researching these schools, consider factors like location, size, academic programs, campus culture, and financial aid opportunities to ensure they align with your preferences and needs. Good luck in your college search!