My S is considering the ACES program. He is admitted to CS Honors. Any present ACES students and parents care to shed light on this new program. The website is very informative - we are looking for a more personal viewpoint/experience.
Until they respond, you might like to read this post
http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/discussion/comment/17597441/#Comment_17597441
Other than Vctory, I haven’t seen too many students posting recently - remember, they are in the thick of classes, so they are probably not checking in on cc right now - probably not again til spring break…?.
My S is in his second year in ACES. He likes the curriculum and the teachers. Some, but not all, of the kids are very tech focused (i.e., their interests are narrow) and some are very accomplished (and perhaps are not afraid to let others know that they are accomplished). I share that so that you think about the social aspects, as well as academics. My S has made many friends in the program, but (in my view) he is closer with friends that he has made through activities outside of ACES. That being said, he has a strong interest in cybersecurity and his interest has grown as he has gone through the program.