Case Western Reserve University
Location: Cleveland, OH (urban)
Size: 5,792 students
Avg percent need-met: 97%
Acceptance rate: 30%
Middle 50% ACT: 32-35**Test Optional through 2022-23 admissions cycle**
Middle 50% SAT: 1420-1520 **Test Optional through 2022-23 admissions cycle**
Case Western is a strong, research-oriented school with fantastic opportunities and amazing financial aid. Case is known for its world-renowned STEM programs (specifically in engineering and biology) that focus on research, applied learning, and solving problems. Hands-on learning outside of the classroom is big as well, with an innovation center that allows students to create a prototype of a design and co-ops that allow students to get paid work experience while in school. While a medium school, it is located in Cleveland and has a big-school feel with a strong Greek life presence. Academics are challenging, but professors are passionate and well-qualified, and the university has free tutoring available for students.
Popular majors / known for: Engineering (Biomedical and Mechanical are most popular concentrations), Computer Science, Biology, Nursing
Academic approach: Research university
Fun fact / campus tradition: Legacy Week is celebrates the history of Case and the way current students fit into the history of the school
Check out campus photos here!
Similarity to MIT
Case is a school on the cutting edge of technology and innovation. Both schools are STEM-focused with lots of amazing research opportunities for students to engage in
Both schools have access to major cities
Application Details
RD deadline: January 15th
Early Action deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: No, unless student applies to pre-professional scholars program
Application fee: $70
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due January 15th
Interviews: Important
School also featured in: Tech/Computer Science, Diverse Schools