YYGS

Yale University

New Haven, CT

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Collin Recommendation Index

Proprietary Application Analysis

Tier 2

6/10

Collin Index

Recommended

Collin's Analysis

A selective program with a strong research reputation. Admits tend to show genuine curiosity and a concrete project rather than a long list of activities, and past cohorts skew toward students with some prior exposure to the field.

Application Strategy

Lead with one specific question you have explored, tie it to what this program teaches, and use the short answers to show range. Apply before the priority deadline and ask your recommender early.

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Successful essays

4 accepted essays across 4 prompts

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Admissions Timeline

Application Opens

September 1, 2026

Priority Deadline

October 15, 2026

Regular Deadline

March 10, 2027

Program Dates

Dates TBD

Rolling Admission

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Financials

Tuition

$7,500

Application Fee

$100 application fee

Financial Aid

Available

Student Stipend

None

Requirements & Selectivity

Eligible Grades

Grades 10–11

International Students

Eligible

Minimum GPA

No minimum

Acceptance Rate

~20%

Essay Required

Yes

Interview Required

Essay Prompts

* Discuss a global issue that you believe is currently under-addressed. (400 words) * Describe a time you collaborated with people from diverse backgrounds. (400 words) * Why are you interested in the specific YYGS session you chose? (400 words)