<p>YOu might want to try out, by posting on the Hampshire and Amherst boards here on CC, how it works for kids trying to do their actual schedules within the Five College Consortium. Just an idea. Or ask that in an interview, if you can visit the places.</p>
<p>Hi,
I, too, admire your process and determination. I wanted to suggest that if Pomona appeals to you, you might consider some of the other Claremont colleges as well. The schools are all right next to each other, easily within walking distance, and it is possible to take classes at schools other than the one where you're enrolled. Claremont McKenna and Pitzer might be too social-sciencey for you, but do take a look at their websites or catalogs.</p>
<p>Judging from your intro. to us, it looks like you can write a great self recommendation. Likewise, I think you will write some great application essay's. I wish you well.</p>
<p>Thanks for the kind words, CCSurfer and Karen Colleges.</p>
<p>I'll take a good look at all the Claremont colleges, including Claremont McKenna and Pitzer. </p>
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An African-American male with a 28 ACT (the equivalent of a 1240-1270 old SAT) puts you in the top 8% or so of Black male students. You rank in the top 5% at school, and you have 3.8 unweighted GPA.
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<p>Actually, I think my 28 ACT score puts me in the top 8% of all students nationwide. My meager score of 28 puts me at the top 1-2% of all blacks students, and probably the top 1% of all black male students. </p>
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Nationwide in 2007, only 1784 black students scored 28 or above on the ACT test. They made up 1.2 percent of all black ACT test takers.
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<p>I'm not sure how I should feel about that. I think it works to my advantage. Still, I'm going to practice until I'm able to get a better score, if only to prove something to myself.</p>
<p>gap-</p>
<p>I skipped to the end; I'm guessing others have posted this advice, but I have to make sure you get it:</p>
<p>If you haven't already, apply to UM right NOW. </p>
<p>The rolling admissions make applying early very advantageous. You may be surprised at the aid that you may receive. And even if it's larger than you are looking for, having that acceptance in your pocket (and I am optimistic on your behalf) will be a wonderful thing.</p>
<p>U of M has a nice Residential College. Stringent language requirement nonwithstanding, it's exactly what I'm looking for. I'll apply. UM probably offers better aid than MSU.</p>
<p>gap-</p>
<p>check for PM.</p>