What does Dartmouth's admitted student profile usually look like?

Dartmouth’s admitted student profile is usually very strong across the board, but the clearest pattern is academic rigor first. Most admitted students are near the top of their class, take the most challenging courses available to them, and earn mostly A-level grades in core subjects.

For testing, when applicants submit scores, they are typically high.

Extracurricularly, admitted students often show depth more than sheer quantity. Dartmouth tends to like students who are highly engaged in a few areas, especially where there is leadership, initiative, sustained commitment, or real impact. That could mean research, debate, student government, athletics, music, community work, employment, family responsibilities, or building something independently.

The harder part to measure is personal fit. Dartmouth applications that do well often show an energetic, collaborative, outdoorsy or community-oriented spirit, though you do not need to be one specific type of student. Strong recommendations, a clear voice in the essays, and evidence of curiosity, warmth, and engagement can matter a lot.