Admission into Cockrell Engineering School at UT Austin

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So, I’m 3rd out of 670 people at my school with an SAT score of 1480 (Math - 800, Reading and Writing - 680). I was automatically accepted into UT but not into ChemE. Why is that? Do I still have a chance of getting in if someone drops out?

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That’s crazy…I’m so sorry. It would be hard to figure that one out. Are you taking Calc?

Were you offered an alternative major? What is your next plan?

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Hi! Yes, I’m taking BC Calc and I’m also taking Stats, AP Physics and Engineering…so many math-related courses.
I’m have two options: either going to UH where I’ve been accepted into ChemE or going to UT as undeclared and then taking ChemE courses and declaring a major.

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I listed Biomedical Engineering as my second choice but I didn’t get that.

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That really just stinks. I could understand if your SAT was like 1380 or something but you have a solid score. Sounds like they may have been looking for 1500 +.

Sounds like University of Houston might be your best bet. I understand transferring into engineering at UT has a very low success rate. Did you apply to other schools?

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Hi! I applied to UT Dallas and Texas Tech but I’m leaning towards University of Houston.

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If I was you, I would go to UH. Going to UT undeclared is risky b/c UT is becoming way too competitive so the odds are against you in securing a spot into Cockrell considering you’ve already been rejected. It’s unbelievable how cut throat it is at UT and it’s that way by design. I’m a naturally competitive person but I don’t think I’ll be able to survive at UT … it’s just too overwhelming and stressful based on my research.

UH engineering is respected and in a great location (centrally located in Houston). Also UH just successfully completed a $1 billion capital fundraising campaign so I see many big things happening for UH in the near future. Also look into UT Arlington before making your final decision b/c they have one of the most comprehensive engineering programs in the state and provide great merit aid. You may end up really loving what you see there. Good luck!
@maesticwolf

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@NuScholar Thank you! Yeah, I was thinking of going to UH because it’s the less risky option.

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Tech is also a solid school with good engineering and a more traditional campus if that interests you. Go make lemonade—you will have a great college career I’m sure.