<p>So I was nominated to apply to Governors School based on my gpa. These are the APs that I have taken, or am currently taking.
AP World
AP Psych
AP Environmental
AP CHEM
AP US history
AP Human Geography
AP Statistics
AP English
I have taken HN bio and chem too. However, I am currently doing Precal instead of doing calculus, and I haven't taken AP Physics yet.
There are lots of smart people that have taken these classes in my county though. And since i know that they have a specific quota for every county
.........I was wondering If i have a chance at getting in.
Also what was the atmosphere like? Was it really intimidating? does It make u feel dumb. Do I lack the necessary knowledge to get in?
I really enjoy social science and natural science, but I feel that I might learn more if I apply for science. </p>
<p>Anyways, I would absolutely love any input from you guys.
Thank you!</p>
<p>Hi I was nominated for math and social science last year. I applied for math and was accepted. I don’t think the classes you have taken matters much. It all comes down to the 2 big essays and other subjective factors like extracurriculars. I got in for math without taken AP Calc, no major awards in math competitions. But I’m sure both of my essays showed passion for math and my other extracurricular; if you want to read and see message me. Unfortunately I can’t tell you how the experience was since I went to MITES instead. Two of my friends who did go to West and East say that the experience was amazing! It was the best time of their life. At any prestigious summer program you will feel dumb at some point and that will be true anywhere. Hope this help and good luck! </p>
<p>PS: there are two rounds of selection; the first is your county selects kids from the county pool. The second is when the state selects kids chosen from the first round.</p>
<p>Governor’s school is an educational camp…sort of. You discuss philosophy, a major topic, and one other subject. You get the chance to live in a college dorms, meet other exceptionally gifted children, and learn about yourself. And yes, it looks great for colleges. However, it is incredibly selective.</p>
<p>@taben It all depends on where you live. In general though, there are fewer people vying for the arts spots. If you’re still in the running as I am, then good luck!</p>
<p>Hello, I attended Governor’s School West last year for social science, and I can honestly say it was the best decision that I could have possible made. Don’t worry about not knowing enough because it is truly a “learning experience” and you will cover advanced issues on a college level. There is no extreme workload and all of the work they give is pretty interesting. In social science for the most part you will have handouts to read and you will discuss them in class. Each subject also works on a group project to present for the rest of the students and staff. The main focus is for you to develop an open mind and to question/evaluate your own beliefs.</p>
<p>You are divided into a specifically chosen subject (Math, Social Science, Natural Science, Art, etc.) called Area I classes. Then you are assigned to an Area II and an Area III teacher. These classes have a mixture of students with different Area I subjects. Area II is philosophy, and Area III is a class on self and society. All classes are over at 3 o’ clock, and you have the choice of picking two optional seminars that are held each afternoon. Once a week there will be a required guest speaker that will take the place of one of these seminars. The seminars have a large variety of themes that vary from politics, to music, to poetry, to special relativity, to Harry Potter, and even to college admissions advice…the list goes on and on.</p>
<p>As for the overall atmosphere, you have a ton of freedom. It is a good experience for getting introduced to being away from home for a while. For me the highlight of Governor’s School was the amazing friends you will make. All of the people may be overwhelming at first but you become a community really quickly as long as you don’t isolate yourself in your room. Even if you are extremely shy and introverted, you are bound to meet someone you can connect with. Just go out and introduce yourself and I’m sure you’ll be alright. </p>
<p>Sorry if this is confusing. I’m just really passionate about Governor’s School and I tend to ramble on about it forever. If you have anymore question I’d be happy answer them. Good luck and I hope all of you get the opportunity to attend!</p>