CRITERIA FOR GAINING ADMISSION TO COLLEGE

The criteria used by colleges in the selection of students varies with individual colleges. However, most of the colleges will consider all or most of the following factors:

1. Selectivity of high school program

2. Rank in class

3. Cumulative Grade Point Average

4. Special entrance test scores such as SAT, ACT and SAT Subject
Tests

5. Recommendations from counselors and teachers

6. Participation in extra-curricular activities

7. Awards, honors, or distinctions in any field

8. Work or volunteer experiences

9. Personal interviews

10. Essays

11. Special talents

12. Recommendations from alumni

13. Application