Chance me for TAMS Computer Science

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Hello. I am a Freshman attending a 3A school in rural North Texas. I am highly interested in the TAMS Computer Science track, and I would like to know if my test scores, extracurriculars, etc, are on par.

7th grade course load

Band
Advanced English
Advanced Pre-Algebra
Advanced Science
Reading
Texas History
Athletics
TMSCA (prep for competition)
**These advanced classes were the only ones offered at my school; I received a grade of 95 or higher in all of my classes

8th grade course load

Band
Art
Technology/Health (switch at semester)
Advanced US History
Advanced Algebra
Advanced English
Advanced Science
TMSCA (prep for competition)
**95 or higher

9th grade course load (so far)

Band
Advanced Biology
Advanced World Geography
UIL Computer Science/Mathematics (every other day)
Dual Credit: Learning Frameworks/Music Appreciation (will switch at semester)
Advanced English
Advanced Geometry
Animation
**95 or higher at semester (currently between semesters for winter break)

ACT (so far)

Mathematics: 18
Reading: 32
English: 33
Science: 24
Composite: 26
**These scores are from Duke TIP in 7th grade. I did not know most of the mathematics that were covered at the time. I will retake this test in February. I am also considering taking the SAT next year (sophomore year).

Extracurricular Activities

  • TMSCA (15th at state general science & 42nd at state calculator applications 7th grade; qualified for state general science 8th grade but was cancelled due to COVID-19; competing in mathematics this year)

  • UIL (competing in computer science and mathematics this year)

  • Animation (submitting digital animation for UIL film this year)

  • Robotics (main programmer this year)

  • Marching/Concert Band (sousaphone/tuba)

  • ATSSB tuba (made all-region and trying out for all-area this year)

  • NJHS

  • Co-leader Austin-Texas Chapter Codecademy (not through school; should I include this in my application?)

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Hello. If anyone is a TAMS alumni, current student, or just knows a lot about their standard for admission, I would really appreciate your input.

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Hello. I know I posted this around the holidays, so it was an inconvenient time for most people. If anyone has experience with the TAMS admissions process, please give me some feedback.

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Finally! A post that I can answer! Hello @rice_is_life777. I’m a current TAMS Senior in the CS track here at Northern Texas Academy. You have similar stats to myself when I first applied. If you do really well in the interviews, you’ll have a great chance to succeed at TAMS. If you have any more questions, please let me know.

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Thanks for the feedback. I’ve been pretty nervous. Do you know anything about the music program at TAMS? I play the tuba at my current high school and I’m reluctant to give it up.

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@rice_is_life777 I have no idea about the music program. I’m currently not a part of it. I’ve been busy with my other EC’s. Are you asking about the Music track at TAMS? Or just if we have like a band/orchestra?

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More to the point, it was posted on the wrong section. I’ve moved it to the correct place.

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Just band/orchestra. I’m interested in CS track, not Music track.

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Oh sorry, I wasn’t sure where to put it.