Hello, all! I am planning on applying to M&T, and I wanted to see what everyone thinks on whether I should apply to Wharton or SEAS for my second choice (in other words, which would I have a better chance in). If I don’t get into M&T, I want to do an informal dual degree - so either way, I will end up in both schools. In terms of SEAS, I’ve done science fair since 7th grade and I’ve gotten lots of awards at the regional and state levels. I also run a coding program for young students that runs across my school district and in the other local districts. However, my grades in my STEM classes have been low - I got B’s in accelerated chemistry and AP Physics 1, as well as a B second semester in BC Calculus. I will get A’s in these classes (taking AP Physics C and Multivariable College at a local college) senior year, though. Meanwhile, my strength for Wharton is that I have started multiple companies, and my essay is on how I plan on continuing with entrepreneurship (and everyone I’ve shown loves it!). I have also reached internationals in DECA for what it’s worth. I have all A’s in my humanities and language classes. What do you think, SEAS or Wharton? (Also, if it helps, I am a white female from Idaho). Thanks everyone!
The acceptance rate for dual-degree programs is very low (and for uncoordinated). If you can do only one degree, which one would have rather do ? Engineering or Business ?
@NCKris I’d rather do engineering for sure, but just worried about my grades
I would say go Wharton, especially if your essays are about entrepreneurship. Also, if you wanted to pursue an uncoordinated dual degree, it will be easier if you started in Wharton.