The skeleton, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other components of joints make up the musculoskeletal system. The skeleton provides strength, stability, and a frame for muscles to work against in producing movement. Bones also serve as shields to protect delicate internal organs.
Stanford University, which has a nonbinding early-action process, accepted 10.2% of its early applicants, or 743 students, according to the Stanford Daily. That's a 0.6% decrease from last year's early-admission rate. MIT accepted 625 of its 6519 early-decision applicants for a 9.6% acceptance rate.
When applying to Yale University, it's important to note the application deadline is Jan. 1, and the early action deadline is Nov. 1. The application fee at Yale University is $80. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due March 1. It is most selective, with an acceptance rate of 7 percent.