Hey guys I’m a junior in highschool. I really want to get into UCI for some type of engineering major, most likely civil or electrical. I have an ACT score of 28 and 4.3 gpa last year. This year I’m in 5 APs but will probably get a couple B’s. I’m also doing some volunteering and did tennis for 2 years. Just wondering how it looks as of now, I’m being pushed to get a higher ACT score but it just seems I reached my limit at 28.
Thanks
Oh yeah and the ACT was
English 30
Math 28
Reading 29
Science 25
Writing (New Essay) 19
For last year’s Freshman class the average UC GPA was 4.04 and ACT score of 28. You are within range but to be competitive for Engineering, you want to be above the average if possible. If you think you cannot do better than a 28 on the ACT, you might want to consider the SAT and aim for a score around 2000. Keep up the good job with your grades and always have several backups in mind when it comes time to apply.
Good Luck.