In the United States the university system is a business. Butts in seats mean tuition in the bank, means bigger buildings, nicer facilities, better professors, and more butts in more seats. Getting students to enroll requires offering a peak college experience - the best educators, the most interesting classes, and the most beautiful campuses. But what makes college a true peak experience for the best of the best? What sets one stunning campus green apart from another?

What few things most often lead to an elite college acceptance?College admissions officers have a limited amount of time to decide which applications warrant an acceptance. There are a couple of necessary requirements to maximize your chances.