Hey there! Does anyone know the nuts and bolts of the admissions process at Rollins College? Could be anything - specific requirements, recommendations, weighting of components like essays or ECs, etc. Thanks ahead of time for any info.
Certainly, I'd be happy to provide some insight on the admissions process at Rollins College.
First, their Regular Decision deadline generally falls around February 1, but students can apply either through the Common App or the school's own application. Early Decision and Early Action deadlines are typically in November.
As for requirements and what they seek in applicants, Rollins College recommends SAT or ACT scores but also allows students to apply test-optional, as high school performance is also taken into account. The average SAT score for admitted students typically falls in the range of 1150-1350, while the average ACT score is around 24-29.
Along with the standard application, high school transcript, optional SAT/ACT scores, and recommendation letters, Rollins College does require applicants to write a few short essays which vary yearly.
Interestingly, Rollins College values your involvement in extracurricular activities and your potential to contribute to the school community, along with your academic achievements. The school has spoken about interested in students that have shown a pattern of involvement in their communities, which could be through clubs, organizations, service, or leadership experiences.
In regards to recommendation letters, they require one from a school counselor or a teacher of a core academic subject. These recommendations provide a more complete picture of you as a student and person, so it's always a good idea to choose people who know you well for these.
All these components: conversation, essay, grades, course rigor, test scores, and extracurricular involvement, are viewed holistically in the admissions process. That being said, Rollins College is considered moderately competitive, so it's important to put time and effort into every part of your application.
I hope that gives you a better idea of what to expect when applying to Rollins College!
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