And i contacted NCSSM and they said they will be using the new congressional districts
And how are you guys doing in ap world. I’m doing alright but I wish it could be better.
I managed to get an A in Ap World last year, but this year i’m really struggling with APUSH
@SomeGuy9 what did you do to study because I’m struggling to maintain a B in the class
@oralsurgery01 Well mainly i tried to get used to my teacher’s format for quizzes and tests. To study for these, i would find quizlets for my textbook. Crash Course World history was also really useful for seeing the big picture of an era.
@SomeGuy9 these are good tips. Thanks
@oralsurgery01 No problem! If you need any more help, ask me
my school won’t even let me take AP World, lucky you haha
I’m a sophomore in CD9. And like the rest, I’m stressing out on getting into NCSSM.
Freshman year I took:
AP Earth
English I Honors
Spanish II Honors
Introduction to Engineering (Counted as an AP)
Civics and Economics Honors
Math III Honors, and I took Precalc Honors over the SUmmer
Biology Honors
Advanced Orchestra (Honors)
I had a 4.5(New GPA scale) last year which is the highest I could get.
This year (Sophomore year), I’m taking:
AP World
Calculus Honors
English II Honors
Principles of Engineering (AP)
Advanced Orchestra (Honors)
Spanish III Honors
Physics Honors
Chemistry Honors
I currently have 4 B’s (Which I’m freaking out about) in AP World, Calc (89, and so close to an A), Spanish and English, but it’s possible for me to bring them to A’s next quarter.
I’ve been studying for the SAT for months, and I’ve been doing pretty well on the practice test. If anyone has any tips on that, could you help me. I did take it in 7th grade, and ended up getting around an 1800 on the old SAT.
Extracurriculars:
I was on an FLL robotics team for 3 years, and this is my second year on FRC Robotics. I’ve been in Science Olympiad since 3rd grade, and have placed well for many years. I’m a part of my school’s Model UN team, Archery team, and our Chamber Music Orchestra. I helped start a Young Elites Club which promotes leadership and self-confidence in girls, and I am an ambassador in my area for the club. I’ve been doing a type of Indian Classical Dance for 10 years, playing the piano for 8, playing the violin for 5 years, and playing tennis for the last 12 years. I’m part of the music honor society, and part of Mu Alpha Theta
For Service Learning, I volunteer with an After school program, watching and teaching K-2 students. I volunteer with the elementary school’s robotics program, and the middle school’s science olympiad team. I dance all year for different organizations, helping them raise money for their organization. Last year, I got over 150 hours and received a presidential service award, and since I have to earn 250 hours this year, I am almost halfway through.
Where I live makes it a lot harder to get in. Mecklenburg county is awesome, but so extremely competitive! At the moment, I know of 5 other people applying from my school, but since they live in Iredell County (I go to a charter school), they are competing directly with us Mecklenburg Kids. If anyone has any tips to help me, can you please comment?? I would really love some feedback!
in #60 @oralsurgery01 indicates NCSSM told her that they are using the new Congressional Districts. If that is the case, then I do not think you will be competing with the kids from Iredell County?
I’m Sorry! I’m a bit all over the place at the moment with a competition.
Iredell county kids are NOT competing against us. But the 5 of us living in Mecklenburg are very worried about our chances to get in. Does anyone have any tips??
Hi guys!
I just got my scores from the October 1 SAT a few days ago (prospective sophomore), and I was wondering if any current students at NCSSM or knowledgeable applicants could provide some sort of rough estimate of which scores and English/Math sub-scores are considered “good” for a moderately competitive congressional district (CD-07). I know it’s not all about the SAT, but I was just hoping for some insight on the approximate score expected from successful applicants. What would be the minimum score considered an asset to one’s application instead of a liability? Thanks!
@joe123e As a current student at NCSSM from district 9 (Charlotte), I would say a decent score would be between 2000 - 2100 on the old SAT. This is roughly equivalent to 1380 - 1460 on the new SAT. For a competitive district, a math score >700 is helpful, but not a requirement.
I’m not really sure about other congressional districts, but as long as your score is a good bit higher than your current school’s average, you should be fine. Just remember, SAT scores are only one part of the application! Personally, I feel that it’s better to have some impressive EC’s and an okay SAT score, rather than a super high SAT score and meh EC’s.
@Robotics2001 As someone who got in from Mecklenburg County, I would say make sure you have something that makes you stand out. It isn’t necessary, but really helps your chances. If you have any national or state level awards, write about those. If you like being in clubs and are active in a wide variety of clubs, mention that. Honestly, just show some passion and excitement, and don’t make it seem like you just copy pasted your resume.
Thanks!
I got a 1460 overall (760 in Critical Reading, 700 in Math, and 23/24 in the Essay).
When converted to the old SAT format, that’s a 760 in critical reading, 670 in math, and 710 in writing.
I guess my CR and writing scores are good, but it kind of sucks because this is NCSSM so they won’t even look at the essay and will weigh the math score way more than the English ones. Any thoughts on how this score will do?
For the record, the average at my high school last year was 514 Math, 510 CR, and 485 Writing.
So, I’m in my freshman year and I’m considering applying to NCSSM next year- could someone explain to me where the information on the CDs? I’m sorta confused by how everyone seems to know about them, and if someone could help be, I’d be thankful!
@joe123e Honestly, your score is more than good (that CR score especially!). I’m sure they’ll take notice of that. Don’t stress too much about that math score, since it’s still more than 100 points above your school’s average. Also NCSSM superscores, so if you’re really not happy with your first score, you can always take the SAT again.
@CatsAreFluffy Just search NCSBE US Congressional Maps and click on the ncsbe link. Type in your address, and it should give your congressional district.
for those of you actually applying this year can you confirm (or is there any way to determine for certain through the application process) that they are using the new CDs?
@yeartogo I emailed the admissions office and they confirmed it for me