<p>So I found these stats on sparknotes the other day (I didn't know they had stuff on colleges), and I found it interesting. Mainly, I'd like your take on the "Very important-important-considered" list. Agree with it or is anything out of place there?</p>
<p>ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Difficulty level: extremely difficult</p>
<p>Average freshman high school GPA: N/A
Average freshman SAT verbal score: 695
Average freshman SAT math score: 706
Average freshman ACT score: 26 (Whoa, I thought this would be higher... explanation? Is this wrong? Are these all wrong?)</p>
<p>Number of applicants: 16,221
Number of applicants accepted: 4,819
Acceptance rate: 30%</p>
<p>VERY IMPORTANT
Application essay
Academic GPA
Class rank
Rigor of secondary school record
Standardized test scores
IMPORTANT
Extracurricular activities
Character/personal qualities
Recommendation(s)
Talent/ability
CONSIDERED
Alumni/ae relation
Level of applicant's interest
First generation
Interview
Racial/ethnic status
Volunteer work
Work experience
NOT CONSIDERED
Geographical residence
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>