KAIST (Korean Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)

Student Lounge International Students
1

Hi. I’m wondering whether I would have a good chance of getting into the engineering (mechanical) major with the current stats. I have always wanted to open up my college selection, hence the college I am looking at, and have always wanted to visit/stay somewhere in Asia.

ACT Composite 31
15+ AP Tests (Have taken 9 so far; including Calculus BC)
5.2 GPA (Weighted)
4.0 GPA (Unweighted)
Top 7% of my class (20ish out of almost 600 students)

Accomplishments:
Semifinalist at FTC World’s
Multiple clubs such as NHS (National Honor Society)

I cordially thank any response.

2

I think FTC is a good extracurricular (you could also elaborate on it on the essay section?).
Your GPA is good, but your ACT needs improvement.

3

KAIST is more lenient with international students’ applications than with domestic students, so I think you have a very good chance. Your stats are good, but like the other poster said, getting a few extra points on your ACT can’t hurt. But other than that, your high GPA gives you a definite advantage, and be sure to elaborate on your extracurricular accomplishments when given the chance. Good luck!