Have I chosen Well?

College Search & Selection
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<p>at the end of this year I will have a 3.45ish UW GPA, and a 3.8ish Weighted GPA with an 1820 on the SAT's and lots of good extra curriculars and such. I'm majoring in polisci</p>

<p>I want a big city accademic party school that can be an asset to both my education and my social life, I want to get out of southern California, I would perfer a school in a liberal area for career reasons, and I would preffer a big school. I like sports, as well as the finer things in life, such as music and intelect (something that I do not reflect in my spelling). If it isn't in a big city, I would at least like to have access to a big city. </p>

<p>My list so far:
Wisconsin, Texas, Washington, Pitt, Ohio State, Rutgers, LSU</p>

<p>On the Fence (I'll probably apply to 2 or 3 of these):
Cal (only because my Parents are making me), NYU, Tulane, UC Davis, American, Colorado, UCSC, Florida State, Michigan State, Arizona State</p>

<p>What should I do to my list?</p>

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<p>STOP. Before you continue your search, you need to be realistic - how much can you or your family afford to spend on your college education? Your list includes a lot of out-of-state public schools, as well as a lot of very expensive private schools that will not be particularly generous with scholarships for 1800s.</p>

<p>If you can afford those schools, then I’d say you’re doing more or less pretty well. Just let us know.</p>

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<p>I wouldn’t count on getting into Cal, Tulane or NYU with a 3.45 and 1820.</p>

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<p>Rutgers and Pitt might be reaches as well.</p>

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<p>Maybe throw a few Cal State colleges into the mix (northern Cal?) SF State?
Drexel or Temple?
American University?
University of Delaware or Maryland?
UMass Boston?
Fordham?</p>

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<p>Everyone above is correct. You have posted a few chance threads, kind of repetitious and kind of bad form on your part. Nonetheless, since you are looking for academics, liberal, and urban/party, you might try Minnesota, Temple, Providence, Boston U (along with UMass Boston), U Denver, besides a few others that are already on your list. Between these and the other threads where you have gotten feedback, that should be plenty of schools for you to pick from. Assuming finances are not the issue, of course.</p>

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<p>Although they’re not sure things, you have a good shot at Pitt and Rutgers. They seem to be matches but apply early. </p>

<p>I would not travel across the country for Poli Sci at UMass-Boston or Drexel. For Poli Sci, the DC schools - American or maybe GW as a reach may be good choices. Texas is really tough out of state and might not be realistic with your numbers.</p>

<p>You have a lot of good choices on your list(s). It’s ok to apply to schools that are reaches (as long as they are not completely unrealistic). Just make sure you have a safety or 2 along with reaches and matches. Also, a lot of schools on your list have are rolling admissions so you should know early on where you stand (and whether you need to add a safety). </p>

<p>As others have advised, also consider cost if that’s an issue.</p>

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<p>I agree with quakerstake’s comment on you having a good shot at Rutgers. Rutgers currently loves OOS students and your stats are good enough imo. </p>

<p>Judging from your current list, I see you want to go to a school that has a pretty big football program as well? If so, why not apply to more Big Ten schools? You already have Michigan State and Wisconsin up there so thats a good start.</p>

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<p>UMass Boston? Why would someone travel across the country to attend a commuter school? Don’t take this as a knock on UMass-Boston - it serves very well the needs of a great deal of highly motivated students. But its not the atmosphere most kids are looking for. </p>

<p>If you want to come to Boston, try BU or Northeastern. Providence College may even work for you - excellent poli sci department. (and do I have to say its in Providence?)</p>

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<p>Are you planning on law school?</p>

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<p>In a few weeks, Pitt and Rutgers may be in the Big Ten.</p>

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<p>While I like college football, the coorespondence is somewhat unintentional. Right Now I am banking on these odds:</p>

<p>Texas: Reach
Wisconsin: Reach
Washington: Slight Reach
Pitt: Match
Ohio State: Match
Rutgers: Match
LSU: Safety</p>

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<p>I’m inclined to agree with sclindsay’s estimates except I might put LSU at a low match.</p>

<p>While Illinois-Chicago is only 2% OOS, it would put you in the heart of a vibrant city and it is a good school which I think you can put in the “safety” category.</p>

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<p>I believe LSU gives automatic admissions if you have over a 3.0 and 1030 (M+V) on the SAT</p>

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<p>Yeah, not sure what Descartesz was thinking. You are correct that with a 3.0 (UW) and a 1030 SAT or 22 ACT, you get in. [LSU</a> General Catalog 2009-2010](<a href=“http://www.lsu.edu/catalogs/2009/041ugadmission.shtml]LSU”>http://www.lsu.edu/catalogs/2009/041ugadmission.shtml) under the heading Admission Standards.</p>

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<p>What’s your attraction to LSU? </p>

<p>Are you considering law school?</p>

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<p>Texas, UWashington (the Seattle one), and Wisconsin all seem pretty unlikely, especially TX and WA. Like others have said LSU is a sure bet, barring no drastic GPA drops.</p>

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<p>For Rutgers, apply as early as possible for having the best shot.</p>

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<p>Law School, I am uncertain thus far</p>

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<p>What is your attraction to LSU? Just curious? </p>

<p>There are other financial safety schools that would give you merit for your stats.</p>