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<p>It would not be surprising if large numbers of university students attended schools which built their admission classes simply on GPA and SAT scores. Consider the moderately or less selective state universities. For example, California State Universities calculate an eligibility index from GPA and SAT or ACT scores. The unimpacted campuses accept anyone with an eligibility index over a certain threshold. Impacted campuses and majors may be more selective than that; some, like San Jose State, just use higher eligibility index numbers.</p>
<p>The super-selective schools where most applicants have “maximum” academic credentials so that admissions committees look at essays, recommendations, extracurriculars, etc. enroll a small minority of university students.</p>