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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] There are some other mid-tier schools (not many) that seem to be in fierce competition for students, and they nevertheless withhold data as well. I suppose some of them might just be poor marketers. But I suspect some also have a philosophical objection to releasing data, and I find that very impressive because their philosophical beliefs are trumping their marketing needs. [/quote]
That assumes they have impressive test scores and exmissions.  Odds are, they don't.  If they have a great program and have had less-than-selective admissions, then the way to attract better students is not to publicize SAT/college stats that will steer high-achievers away.  Focus on facilities, programs (# of APs, distinctive course offerings), awards, faculty credentials, etc.  [/quote]
You're probably right for some schools. However, some of the ones I was thinking about were GDS, Potomac, and Stone Ridge. I believe all three are excellent schools, and I suspect they have very impressive data on college admissions and SAT scores, but none seem to publicize that data. I find that impressive because I believe they compete for students with several other top-notch schools.[/quote]

The admissions numbers are irrelevant since there are athletic bumps and legacies and donors.    Cornell admits over 35% of legacy apps ED.    Those are good odds for an Ivy and I assume some not admitted were very obvious declines.  Add to that students from underrepresented groups and you get extra garbage in garbage out.    Yes a college team member might be a top student, published author,  appeared in feature films, worked for world peace, a legacy of a building donor,  friend of whomever, etc but any individual might also be a strong man from a typical DC area family who rows crew. [/quote]

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