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The University of Pennsylvania is an Ivy League university located in Philadelphia. “Penn,” as it’s colloquially known, was the first university in the U.S. to offer both undergraduate and graduate studies. Originally founded in 1740 as a charity school and church, Benjamin Franklin proposed in 1749 to turn it into an institution of higher education after publishing his famous essay, Proposal Relating to the Education of Youth. The university has come a long way since then, becoming one of the most prestigious universities in the country.  

NYU has long been a top-choice school for many students, and with an admissions rate under 10% in recent years, it is also exceptionally competitive.

Known for its rigorous academic programs, particularly in engineering and technology, the Georgia Institute of Technology — better known as Georgia Tech — attracts applicants from around the globe. Located in the bustling city of Atlanta, Georgia Tech is one of the top public research universities in the U.S. Admission is highly competitive, so prospective students need to start early to build a strong applicant profile.  

Legal careers offer the opportunity to help others, solve complex problems, and earn a significant living while building skills that can apply across many areas of practice. Many students are eager to get involved in the profession by attending law school, as evidenced by an 8% surge in enrollment.