In state,
1460 Cr and M
4.0, rank 1
4 APs plus 2 self studied
3 JV teams (2 vice capn, maybe 1 capn later this year)
very thin community service, virtually no awards (ive never entered a competition lol, dunno if thats entirely my fault though)
story is rather unique i think, decently well-written
Ive visited SBU and I really love it, but I keep hearing these negative things about the econ dept, which is what I really want to go into (with minor in math, perhaps concentrate in IR as well).
What path would you guys recommend me to pursue with regards to admission? The deadline is the 15th and I wanted to be more aware if I had any other options?
I know of the stem incentive program, but as far as i can tell, that would require me to major in math or in CS (something else I wouldnt mind majoring in),
I was thinking about writing the essay for predental just for the heck of it, see if I get in, (it is non binding as far as i know), i dont really know what im doing
My major concern is paying for college. Ive heard that SBU doesnt really give out too many full rides, what are my chances dyou think? THe stem incentive would pay for the tuition, but what about the room and board and other fees? My parents can/will pay some but Id really much rather not have to depend on them anymore. (income<60k)
any comments?
thanks!