Case Western Reserve University
Location: Cleveland, OH (urban, large city)
Size: 5,433 students
Avg percent need-met: 100% Need Met
Acceptance rate: 30%
Middle 50% ACT: 31-34 **Test Optional through 2022-2023 Admissions Cycle**
Middle 50% SAT: 1350-1490 **Test Optional through 2022-2023 Admissions Cycle**
Case Western is an incredible research-oriented school with fantastic opportunities and amazing financial aid. They are known for their world-renowned STEM programs (specifically in engineering and biology) that focus on research, applied learning, and solving problems. They support hands-on learning outside of the classroom as well, with a think[box] (an innovation center that allows students to create a prototype of a design) and co-ops that allow you to get paid work experience while in school! While a medium size school, at just over 5,000 undergraduate students, it is located in Cleveland and has a big-school feel with 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: Computer Science, Engineering, Biology, Business
Academic approach: Research university with well-known STEM programs
Campus tradition: During the Thwing Study Over, students take a break from studying for finals by gathering in the student center for food, entertainment, and giveaways. Vendors and activities change every year.
Check out campus photos here!
Opportunities for Tech/CS
Computer Science at Case Western is offered both as a Bachelor of Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences and as a Bachelor of Science within the College of Engineering. Students who want a more liberal arts approach to education can do the BA course, while students who are interested in a more technical education can do the BS route. Both will allow students fully prepared to enter the field of computer science!
Offers minors in computer gaming and artificial intelligence
Specific research opportunities on campus for computer science
ACM chapter present too
Women in Tech program!
Application Details
RD deadline: January 15th
Early Action deadline: November 1st, pre-professional scholar programs due December 1st
Supplemental essays: None
Application fee: $70 (waivers available)
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due February 1st
Interviews: Important
School also featured in: Coaches Choice, Engineering, Diverse Schools, Similar to Highly Selective - MIT