<p>i would assume it’s because they’re one of those “Self-selective” schools that don’t get a lot of applicants, but the people that do apply are competitive students and are really serious about going there. </p>
<p>it’s not exactly a “dream school” like an NYU, who gets a ton of applicants just for their name and location. or Emory, WUSTL, and some of those other schools that are desirable schools for most people living in those respective regions. </p>
<p>however, the quality of education there is definitely elite and they have tons of resources and research opportunities.</p>