<p>I think that I am pretty much decided that I will ED to Penn next year. THe only problem I'm having is that I don't know which school/program to apply to. </p>
<p>Right now, I'm thinking I'll just apply to CAS and do Intl. Relations and premed. But, I am also really intrigued by Wharton. So, I also thought about applying to the LSM program, but then I would have to be a life sciences major (Bio, BBB, etc.), which I am not sure what I want to do. Also, the only medical ECs I have are volunteering at a hospital and maybe interning at a local Physical Therapy place.</p>
<p>The other option I have is to just apply to CAS and spend a year trying to figure it out. Then, at the end of freshman year, I could just stay in CAS, try to transfer into LSM if spots are open, or apply to do an uncoordinated dual degree between Wharton and CAS.</p>
<p>So, should I apply to CAS and maybe try for a dual degree later if I get in or apply to LSM?</p>
<p>Here are some quick stats:</p>
<p>SAT:2290 (M:780 R:740 W:770)
SAT2: Soph year: Math II-790; World History-770
Freshman year: Biology E-740</p>
<p>All A's (so far :P ) and a rigorous schedule</p>
<p>If you apply to LSM, you can designate a backup in case you don’t get in.</p>
<p>If you think you might want to do that, read the threads here and find out what accepted students offered when they applied. Then you’ll get a better idea about a competitive application for LSM.</p>
<p>You’re classes aren’t specialized in one subject, you’re more of an across-the-board person, so it’s hard to tell which school would be most beneficial for you. Just go with whatever you have the most interest in or whatever you can see yourself doing in the future.</p>
<p>Weird, I thought that my classes had a focus on lots of rigorous math and science courses. Like this year 3 of my 4 APs are math or science (Chem, Physics B, and Calc BC) and last year I took a math AP (Stat) as a sophomore</p>
<p>Oh those. Yea that does make me look all over the place. Bio, I have no idea why I took it. My parents told me it was a good idea to.</p>
<p>As for math 2 and history, I took those because that year I had just finished the classes when people usually take those tests (Precalc w/ Trig and AP World History, respectively).</p>
<p>It’s fine that you took those, because it shows that you’re a well-rounded person who can get great grades in a bunch of different subjects. This doesn’t, however, narrow down which school you should apply to at UPenn.</p>
<p>Hey, I’m currently a freshman in the LSM program so I can give you some information. My advice is that if you’re interested in LSM just go straight for it, transfer later is generally not viable because we never have enough spots for transfers. In terms of getting in to the program avg SAT score is 2310 (so I would re-take) with a rigorous curriculum of AP definitely recommended. Of the classes you take there should be a little more emphasis on science ones but you don’t have to do anything special (like take college courses, etc. just stick with AP). The most important extra curricular activity to be involved in for admissions is biology/medical research or involvement in life sciences field in any way. That is the best way to demonstrate your interest in studying life sciences. In terms of business experience you don’t need any but it always helps. Medical extra circulars are also a decent way of showing your overall interest in the life sciences (but not necessary for regular admissions to CAS or anything). One of the most important factors of admission I’d say is the LSM essay so if you do apply make sure to pay careful attention to that. One thing I advise is that if you’re completely set on medicine then LSM is not the most ideal in part because students in the program tend to pull towards the Wharton side, and also because balancing the LSM course load with pre-med is possible but difficult. Overall though it’s an excellent program and mixing Wharton with life sciences provides a very dynamic and interesting blend of education. As long as you’re flexible with your career plans I have no doubt you should apply. Otherwise if you stick with just CAS I think you have very good chances for ED. Good luck and let me know if you have any more questions!</p>
<p>hi breaker, I had a few more questions actually,</p>
<p>first I was wondering if it was actually worth it to retake the SAT for 20 points. I always thought that 20 points after a certain threshold would not really matter.</p>
<p>Also, I looked at the prompt for LSM and I am completely floored. I’ve had some idea but I feel like they sound too “I’m going to save the world” and just come across as fake. How did you brainstorm your idea, if you don’t mind me asking?</p>