<p>I'm a resident of GA, and I'm currently in the phase of filling out the app for the pre-undergrad program. I have two questions. 1. I took my first SAT, and my scores were pretty bad; I was practicing and getting 1980-2080, but scored a...well...let's just say in the low 1600's range. Will this be something that will be detrimental in the admission process? 2. Which is the better? The two-week or 6-week?</p>
<p>I went on the two week program and it was great. I did not have the time to take the six week program due to my sports and travel schedule. </p>
<p>Not sure how the SAT score will be handled. I would just send in the application as soon as possible and see if you are accepted.</p>
<p>Good luck on improving your scores…maybe you should try the ACT!</p>
<p>My D. (who is now waiting to hear on RD for Emory) did the 2 week session the summer before her junior year. She loved it! She met so many new people and really liked the class she took. It gave her the chance to see what campus life was like. Many of the friends she made that summer are now at Emory in their freshman year. She did the 2 week session for the same reasons as poster above…sports practice schedule/competitions.
As for the SAT score…Emory knows that you are just starting to take these standardized tests and I think they take that into consideration. Go on apply and emphasize your best accomplishments. If you are considering applying to Emory as a college, it is a great opportunity to show interest in the school and get your name into their “system”.
Good luck!!</p>
<p>Thanks Katdan2003 for taking time to expand on all the great benefits of the program.</p>
<p>I would add that another great thing about the Emory Pre-College Program is that you receive a transcript with remarks from your professor. Mine was fabulous, so I was able to use it in my application process and sent it to all the schools I applied to as an additional transcript.</p>
<p>I know of kids that went to the Pre-College camp that did not get accepted ED, so you are not guaranteed admission. I do think it is a great way to show demonstrated interest and sure makes the “Why Emory” essay very credible and easy!</p>
<p>I am so happy I attended the Emory Pre-College camp, because I feel very comfortable on the campus and will ready to go this fall. I am from far away from Emory, so it was such a great experience on so many different levels. I definitely knew I wanted to go to Emory after the Pre-College program and I am so happy I was accepted ED1.</p>
<p>Definitely go for it…apply today!</p>
<p>Thank you very much for your responses! I’m planning on possibly taking the SAT once again in June, but I’m not certain due to AP exams being around the same time. I know my test scores are pretty bad, but does the Emory pre-undergrad committee look at the application holistically? Also, I have a few teachers willing to write recommendations; does Emory pre-undergrad accept recs?</p>
<p>The two week program will give you a taste of college, the six week will give you academic credit. Both will show sufficient maturity, the six week show you can do college level work. Of course, your APs will show you can do college level work as well.</p>
<p>As I read the app, a teacher rec is required, along with a transcript and PSAT/SAT score.</p>
<p>I’m planning on applying for the 2-week program. Is there a certain score that I need on the SAT to be qualified, or is a certain score required for this program?</p>
<p>I am not sure there is a certain score or not. You can call them and ask. I would think you would want to be with in the ACT/SAT ranges for accepted students.</p>
<p>I thought the two week program was great and decided Emory was the school for me after attending the camp.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>