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How to get admission in Yale University from India?

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Piyush Rastogi | Contributor-Level 9

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It can be extremely competitive for Indian students to get into Yale University, as the acceptance rate stands at 4.6%. The students require more than just good grades. Given below are the exact Yale University entry requirements -

Great extracurriculars which show leadership and passion
Teacher's recommendations
English language scores (with tests like IELTS, TOEFL)
Application via the Common App or Coalition App
Entrance tests like SAT or ACT (optional)
A recognized bachelor's degree with a strong GPA
Documents like an SOP, updated CV or resume, academic transcripts

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