PSEO Chance and Tips?

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<p>So I've been wondering, has anyone had experience with UMN PSEO program? I'm a sophomore so I was wondering if anyone has taking/taken PSEO because I'm considering whether or not to apply for it, or if I even have a chance.</p>

<p>I didn't do so hot freshman year:</p>

<p>First Semester-</p>

<p>Honors Geometry:C-
Honors Civics: B-
Phy. Ed. : A+
Spanish 1: B
CP Biology: B
Honors English: B</p>

<p>Then I decided maybe to do a little better--</p>

<p>Second Semester-</p>

<p>Honors Geometry: C+
Honors Civics: A
Phy. Ed.: A
Spanish 1: B+
CP Biology: B+
Honors English: B+ </p>

<p>And so during my summer break after my first taste of high school, I was very disappointed I ended with 3 B+'s, it was 88-89 for all 3 which was a real bummer because I was so close <em>sigh</em> anyways my anticipated Semester 1 grades as a sophomore is:</p>

<p>AP World History: A
Honors Algebra 2: B or B-
CP Chemistry: A-
Spanish 2: A
Honors English: A
Photography: A+ </p>

<p>Current GPA: 3.5</p>

<p>Just to point out the obvious, I suck at math. </p>

<p>Some background information about:</p>

<p>I'm a minority (Tibetan) and immigrated from India when I was 4. Both of my parents are immigrants as well. My parents adopted a kid about 3 years ago (don't know if this helps at all or whatnot). I play tennis in the fall and am apart of Student Government in my school. I will be the first to go to college in my family.</p>

<p>Currently don't have a job due to strict parents.</p>

<p>So, I'm just wondering if anyone would like to give me a chance percentage, I won't be upset so give it to me straight. I could just take CIS but I would love the opportunity for PSEO.</p>

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<p>Extra Questions:</p>

<p>If I wanted to get accepted to the UMN, should I participate in more EC activities? </p>

<p>And if anyone has experience with PSEO, please do tell how hard it was in your perspective.</p>

<p>Thanks so much! (:</p>

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<p>bump ^^ anyone</p>

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<p>There are two programs. Distance learning and on campus. </p>

<p>The distance learning option is much easier to get into. You take classes online and can only choose from those classes. if you like online, this is a good option. </p>

<p>On campus PSEO is quite competitive with an average admitted GPA of 3.7. Applications are due in april. </p>

<p>If you cant get in at U of M I would still recommend PSEO at another school. There are many in the twin cities to choose from. </p>

<p>The most important factor for admission at U of M (and most other schools) is taking tough classes (like PSEO) and getting good grades in them, mostly As. U of M is also looking for an ACT score somewhere in the upper 20s. GL.</p>