Private Universities

Brag Sheet:

Below is a packet you can print out or fill in for a teacher as they are writing your letter of recommendation.

PRIVATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES (Deadline: Dates Vary)

Common App - A uniform college application used to make the process much easier without having to complete individual college application forms
Common App Schools - check the website to see the colleges that accept the Common Application
Western Undergraduate Exchange Program - a program in which students who are residents of WICHE states may enroll in participating two- and four-year college programs outside of their home state at a reduced tuition rate.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: (REQUIREMENTS CAN CHANGE DEPENDING ON THE UNIVERSITY)

On track with A-G requirements (with a C or better)
Strong GPA (3.0–4.0)
SAT or ACT: Many private universities are now test-optional
- Some specialized programs (like engineering or nursing) may still recommend or require scores.
Application Fee (or fee waiver, if eligible)
Interviews (some schools require or recommend them)
Portfolios or Auditions (for arts, design, music, or theater programs)