<p>I got a email from Harvey Mudd recommending their FAST (Future Achievers of Science and Technology) program. I couldn't find any information on it other than Harvey Mudd's website. </p>
<p>What have other people heard about this program?</p>
<p>If you are interested or even remotely considering HM, you should attend!</p>
<p>This program is similar to those offered at most highly ranked engineering schools-- “Diversity Weekends” are offered for engineering/science students at Cornell, UMichigan and for all students at CMU, MIT, Swarthmore, etc</p>
<p>It’s the school’s attempt to woo you over…but most people report that attending these programs (which often amounts to a pre-screen of all your credentials) increases the likelihood of admissions.</p>
<p>If it’s not too time consuming for you given travel, school obligations, etc, then by all means attend if HM may be a school you would enjoy.</p>
<p>Apply! Please! HMC pays for you to come and visit. I hosted a girl from OH when she came last year and it seemed it was fun.</p>
<p>I heard from this program too. If I can afford the travel expenses, I will most likely attend.</p>
<p>The program is free; your travel expenses are paid for.</p>
<p>^Thanks. I didn’t catch that when I was skimming through the website</p>
<p>Is this program primarily for diversity students?? Couldn’t find it on the website - thanks!</p>
<p>^Here’s the website: [Fall</a> FAST Program (Seniors)](<a href=“http://www.hmc.edu/admission1/fastprogram/fast1/fallfast.html]Fall”>http://www.hmc.edu/admission1/fastprogram/fast1/fallfast.html)</p>
<p>The program is aimed for those who are traditionally underrepresented in engineering. Women, minorities, and first-generation students, among other people.</p>
<p>I kept getting emails from them about FAST. I figure I’ll apply because it’s free. I’m female, but not a minority or first-gen or anything. I doubt I’ll apply to Harvey Mudd, but hey, if I’m accepted to the program and I like the weekend, who knows?</p>