<p>Hi, I'm really interested in Northwestern and I was wondering if it would be better for me to apply to WCAS or SESP as a freshman applicant. I am interested in the education track and becoming a teacher or some sort, but I heard that only about 40 people are accepted into SESP even though they have less applicants.</p>
<p>I'm a CA resident, 3.7 UW 4.3 W, 2100 SAT, several ECs. I know I'm already a long shot for NU but I was wondering which school would be better to apply to right now.</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>Honestly, go for whatever you’re more interested in. I feel that essays matter a lot for NU since they want to make sure you’re a good fit. If you could write a better essay from the point of a SESP applicant, do that. WCAS is a lot more general, so it might be harder to show your goals of becoming a teacher. Based on your test scores and grades I think you are better off applying ED if you really want to get in.</p>
<p>If your career goal is secondary teaching (or the other three SESP concentrations), apply directly to SESP and don’t bother with the WCAS application. You will be able to write a stronger essay that addresses the mission and values of the SESP curriculum (pre-professional emphasis on teacher education, social policy, counseling, and organizational development).</p>
<p>It’s because no one knows about SESP until after they get on campus. </p>
<p>A majority of students in SESP transferred in from Weinberg their freshmen year or something</p>