<p>SAT: CR 800, Writing 760, math 610
ACT: English 33, Math 27, reading 33, science 36, composite 32, writing 10
GPA: 3.8
EC: Full page of activities including Artist, multicultural, community service
Honor Societies: Art, Music, National
AP: English, History, Psychology
Intended Major: Computer Science</p>
<p>Hmm. I think it’s weird that your student (son/daughter or just student?) is applying as a CS major with such low math SAT/ACT scores… I took CS and, knowing that math isn’t a huge part at the high school level, I know for a fact it is very mathematically based. I really don’t know if I would apply as a CS majors with such good science/reading/writing scores. I think this is an extremely vague chance thread, so idk if I can chance properly (list of ECs != good necessarily…). From what is given, he/she has a shot. i honestly think that recommendations and essays are what makes and breaks applicants, considering nearly all the applicants are qualified.</p>
<p>I think CS is a plus but a 610 math will really raise sone doubts. I know that the test isn’t necessarily the best judge of your ability, but but try and get it up to 730 or so. In this case, you may have a strong chance.</p>
<p>Thank you, I’ve wondered about that myself but my D loves computers. Already accepted to Rensselaer Poly Tech, Worcester Poly Tech, Stonybrook, Rochester Institute of Tech - and awaiting applications at others. </p>
<p>Good references. Had a good interview with Brown alum. </p>
<p>How is Brown on merit scholarships? Would my D have a chance?</p>
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<p>Brown does not offer merit scholarships, but it offers excellent need-based aid.</p>
<p>What about the SATII’s? And how far did she go in math in HS? They will want to know that she can do the math, CS is a pretty hardcore major and Brown has a very strong department–they will want to know that she can do the work. OTOH, you don’t have to actually declare that major if you are drawn elsewhere.</p>
<p>fyi, my daughter majored in mathematics/CS at Brown, but didn’t decide to do that till sophmore year–she applied undeclared, even though she figured she’d be a science major and you could sorta guess that from the application.</p>
<p>Chancing others is kinda pointless. Either you are in the ballpark or not. After that, who can say? Most candidates who apply are in the ballpark. The rejection rate is so very high.</p>
<p>I will say that the CS department was extremely shy of females, judging from her department grad ceremony '09, so a female in that major may be desirable. My daughter did have a discussion with President Simmons about how they need to step it up to attract more women. She was interested to heard D’s suggestions.</p>
<p>they seek female ScB’s, if qualified</p>
<p>…so most colleges will be willing to give your D the benefit of the doubt, even if her math scores are low. If the school has the luxury of high selectivity then low math scores are going to be a red flag for any applicant who plans to pursue a physical science (math, appl math, physics, engine, CS, etc.). The negative impact of low math scores might be mitigated somewhat if your D also has a lot of comp sci experience under her belt, in the form of coursework or specific experience with programming.</p>
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<p>@ worriedmom13 That is the point that I would make here. Some experience is essential, at least. more than she loves computers…imho. My interest in your post is that my DS is also applying to Brown Math/CompSci good luck.</p>