<p>My son is in top 15% of class - hopes to be top 10% of his HS class when they recalculate class rank at the end of junior yr, has a 3.9 (W) GPA, all honors, AP courses, 5 on AP Stat, taking AP US History and AP Calc B/C this year. Hopes to take 5 AP's/college course next year. SAT's 690 CR, 760 M, 750 W - is retaking 3/14, SAT II's Math I 780, Math II 800. Plans to study math and music and looking at smaller private schools - not really considering Penn State at this point - but for financial reasons I would like him to consider Penn State.</p>
<p>his stats are better than mine, and i got in 
i don’t think schreyer’s looks at sats
if he has good ecs, then i think he’s got a great shot!</p>
<p>his stats are better than mine, and i got in
i don’t think schreyer’s looks at sats
if he has good ecs, then i think he’s got a great shot!</p>
<p>The quality of his EC’s, 7 essays, as well as the number of applicants will determine if he gets in. Stats are a prerequisite, not the determining factor.</p>
<p>His stats are better than mine too, and i got in. I don’t know how much they consider the essays but they are a pain in the ass, some decent extracurriculars and some time spent on the essays should get him in just fine. I’m in-state too, i don’t know if that matters…</p>
<p>swing907 and 09novellie - are you planning on going to PSU and if so, what made you decide to choose PSU and where else did you consider? I think that non-honors PSU might be too large for my son - but if he were to get into the honors college it would make it much more appealing. For financial reasons I would really like him to consider PSU - plus I understand the math dept is VERY good.</p>
<p>Really focus on the essays…my stats were good but nothing earth shattering and I got in. I think they weigh your essay responses most heavily. Best of luck to your son!</p>
<p>what are “ecs”?</p>
<p>and how do i post a question on this website?? im new lol</p>
<p>ECs = extra-curricular activities</p>
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