<p>I've got 1820 in SATs (first time) and 690 and 720 in Physics and Math II SATII (first time).
I am planning on pursuing film studies or communication in NYU. Gonna retake SATs in DEC and JAN.</p>
<p>I am also applying to USC for these two program. Are my chances really slim? even for USC? If yes, please give me some suggestions cuz I'm freakin out....... THanks!!!!</p>
<p>We can’t really say because we don’t have a full copy of your stats. Basing your chances on your SAT’s alone is not very accurate. And even if we did know all your stats, the chances that other posters give you will be inaccurate.</p>
<p>they’re not low enough to keep you from getting in, but theyre not high enough to help you get in.</p>
<p>Is there any other good unis that offer good communication or film studies program that you guys will recommend? given that my low SAT scores…</p>
<p>I’m an international applicant</p>
<p>uc los angeles?</p>
<p>^ Your chances at UCLA is pretty slim given your SAT score… unless you have a really impressive GPA or you live in California
Good Luck! And remember if you’re an international student applying to USC, you don’t HAVE to submit SAT scores (although it’s recommended).</p>
<p>Your SATs are probably too low for UCLA, but if you’re out of state that will actually work in your favor because the UC system as a whole is seeking out of state students (for the additional tuition, of course)</p>
<p>That isn’t necessarily true. Yes UC is experiencing cutbacks and yes international students pay higher tuition but UC is a state school and they will always give priority to tax-paying California citizens over out of state students.</p>
<p>That is definitely true, I’m a California resident and my parents work for UC. The UC system is openly recruiting out of state students–they are claiming that the number of CA residents accepted won’t be affected, and I’m sure this is true to a certain degree, but being out-of-state can definitely help you out. UC’s are still amazing state schools, but the financial crisis has forced them to seek alternative financial sources; consequently, a lot of CA residents are no longer placing UC’s at the top of their list because a private university can offer more scholarships, guarantee graduation in 4 years, and may ultimately be easier to get into, believe it or not. It’s a double-edged sword for sure. </p>
<p>Here’s an LA times article on it if you want more info:</p>
<p>[UC</a> campuses move to recruit more out-of-state students - latimes.com](<a href=“http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-uc-recruit-20101115,0,4096476.story]UC”>UC campuses move to recruit more out-of-state students)</p>
<p>That is definitely true. But many out of state and international students are aware that they will pay so much more for their education than instate students. “The extra tuition from out-of-state students helps support classes and campus life for Californians, UC officials say.” More and more out of state students are no longer placing UCs’ at the top of their list either because they’re aware that they’re paying more and more for a school that is having to cut back so much in terms of resources. That’s probably another reason that UC is pushing to recruit more out of state students.
OP I would really suggest that you apply to USC. Their scholarship deadline is coming up really soon though.</p>
<p>I completely agree with you! I go to one of the top 10 high schools in CA (it’s public) and a ton of my peers are opting for private schools because they know they have a better shot at scholarships/internships/etc.</p>
<p>I second the USC recommendation; my friend got into USC and attends there now and is having the time of her life–she had very similar stats to the OP</p>