Top 10 Hardest Colleges to Get Into

Stanford University In recent years, Stanford University's acceptance rate has been less than 5%, making it one of the most competitive universities to gain admission to.

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Located in Massachusetts, MIT is renowned for its world-class programs in science, engineering, and technology.

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California Institute of Technology (Caltech) Located in California, Caltech is known for its strong focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

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Yale University Located in Connecticut, Yale University is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement.

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Howard University - With an acceptance rate of less than 5%, Harvard has an extremely competitive admission process.

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Columbia University Located in New York, Columbia University is renowned for its rigorous academic programs and a strong emphasis on research and innovation.

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Princeton University Located in New Jersey, Princeton University is known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate education and research opportunities.

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Brown University Located in Rhode Island, Brown University is known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education.

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Dartmouth College Located in New Hampshire, Dartmouth College is known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate education and its close-knit community.

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The University of Chicago Located in Illinois, the University of Chicago is known for its rigorous academic programs and its focus on interdisciplinary education.

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