College admissions in the United States refers to the process of applying for entrance to institutions of higher education for undergraduate study at one of the nation's 2,675 four-year nonprofit schools. Generally, college search begins in the student's junior year although most activity takes place during the senior year of high school, although students at top high schools often begin the process during their sophomore year. In addition, there are considerable numbers of college students who transfer as well, and adults older than high school age who apply to college.
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