HELP! I am low on math. =( Wharton or College of Arts & Sciences?

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<p>Hi guys!</p>

<p>So I am senior and I've had my eyes on Penn since sophomore year. All this time, my goal has been Wharton. </p>

<p>However, when I took the SAT, my math scores sucked at 600. Now, I love math. Math and science are my favorite. I am currently taking AP Calc AB (my school doesn't offer BC) and AP Stats. I've always loved math. </p>

<p>The rest of my scores are: 700 Reading, 670 Grammar.
SAT Subject tests: World 710, Math 1 670, Spanish 800</p>

<p>I am also AP Scholar with Distinction. </p>

<p>Now, like I said, all this time I've wanted to do I-banking. But there's a problem: I really, really like science. I definetely want to do medical research when I go to school. But I like finance. But I like science. But I like finance. And I like science.</p>

<p>So where should I apply??? I now Wharton emphasizes math alot, and as much as I like math, they are going to see my score (600), say "Oh wow she sucks at it" and I might not get in. </p>

<p>But maybe if I apply to the College of Arts & Science my math score won't play such a big role. If I take this route, how hard is it to transfer to Wharton afterwards?</p>

<p>Guys I know there are resumes out there way more impressing than mine. I am not trying to put myself down but I can already see the number of posts saying: "Wharton is impossible with that score". I am aware is hard. However, I am really interested in Penn. It's my first choice. </p>

<p>I come from a "ghetto" school (for lack of a better word). I am the first AP Scholar with Disctinction in 4 + years. My scores are one of the highest in my school. </p>

<p>So what should I do? I applied through Questbridge (special application for "high-achieving low income students"). My final application (where I choose whether to go for Wharton or the College) is due by the end of October. </p>

<p>Should I give Wharton a shot and risk getting denied? The school looks incredible. </p>

<p>Thank you. =)</p>

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<p>I forgot to mention I can't retake the SAT as my I already sent my Questbridge application in.</p>

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<p>You can retake, you just have to send the score to Penn.</p>

<p>Now, no offense, but you already lost your shot, if you come out like this on your application.
If you love Penn, and you love math and science- apply to SEAS or Wharton.
Your essay and application will offset your math score. Check the old threads of who got in and their stats. There are people littered there with 1900s that got into Wharton, just not many.</p>

<p>If you apply to the colle If yge, with the fact that you want Wharton, they'll sniff it out in your application and eat you alive.
Apply to the school you want to get into, not one that looks "easier".
Whatever happens, it'll be for the best. If your passion shows through despite the math score, you're in.</p>

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<p>Maybe you should consider applying to the Vagelos program, it combines management and life sciences:</p>

<p>Life</a> Sciences and Management at the University of Pennsylvania</p>

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<p>If you're black/hispanic you have a decent shot</p>