Students’ Questions about College Page 9

Some interesting facts about Harvard University are that it is the oldest university in the United States and that it has the largest financial endowment of any university in the world.

W.E.B. Du Bois became the first African American to receive a Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1895.

The admissions process at Stanford University is unique because it is need-blind for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. This means that the admissions office will not consider an applicant’s ability to pay for their education when making admissions decisions.

The University of Pennsylvania is a private research university located in Philadelphia. The university is known for its research in medicine, business, and law.

The most popular majors at Duke University are biology and business.

Leland Stanford and his wife, Jane, founded Stanford University in 1885.

1. Columbia University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world and it would be an honor to attend.
2. Columbia University has an excellent academic reputation and offers a great education.

The university is named after shipping and rail magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt, who provided the school its initial $1 million endowment despite having never been to the South. Vanderbilt hoped that his gift and the greater work of the university would help to heal the sectional wounds inflicted by the Civil War.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best way to get into Stanford University (or any other university) will vary depending on the individual’s academic and extracurricular achievements, as well as the specific requirements of the university. However, some tips on how to get into Stanford University may include studying hard and earning excellent grades in high school, participating in extracurricular activities, and writing a strong college application essay.

Wake Forest University is known for its rigorous academic programs and its competitive athletics.