<p>I am currently doing the ib diploma(1-7) and have taken one of the most demanding courses in a very prestigious and one of the best schools in my country.
Easily in the top 3 in my class. Highest scorer in the examinations with a respectable 38/42, can be easily improved.
Math hl(higher level) - 6(top 3)(equivalent i think to 95% or 4.25 on GPA)
Physics hl - 6(top 3)
Chem hl - 7(top in class)
Economics sl(standard level) - 7(top in class)
English sl A - 5
Spanish ab intio - 6
Additionally we have to write a 4000 word essay called the extended essay which is basically a research essay which is at a similar level to those that are to be done at the college level. Also, i have a very keen interest in computer science and plan to take up computer engineering, i got a 95% in grade 10 in one of the most demanding(difficult) of courses available. I have learnt the java program on my own(in grade 10 had to do it becaus our teachers kept getting replaced) and also know a little about c++.
I have yet to take the SAT, my practice scores suggest a 2200-2350.
My ec's:
part of class football team in 9 and 10(start defender)
part of a business and economics publication
Riding for the Disabled
was a part of the chess club at grade 10
regularly play badminton and tennis, part of the school team in badminton
part of the Radio control club which builds aeroplanes and radio controlled cars</p>
<p>I would say CMU is probably a slight reach for you. CMU doesn't offer aid to international students, so if money is an issue, you should look at the COA at CMU and decide if that is doable for you.</p>
<p>CMU doesn't offer a degree in exclusively computer engineering- you'll either have to apply to SCS, for computer science, or the CIT, for electrical engineering where you can very much focus on computer engineering, but not exclusively.</p>
<p>CMU isn't particularly generous with credits granted for IB coursework. I don't know if this is important to you, but it is sometimes an issue for students from IB programs to get credit for their high school courses, even if they are equally or more rigorous than the AP equivalent. Credit is only granted for higher levels, and usually requires a 7, I think.</p>
<p>Actually the cmu program is in ECE, it's combined and you can focus on EE or CE.</p>
<p>i would say CMU is a match for you...</p>
<p>what does COA stand for?:)</p>
<p>cost of attendance</p>