Hey guys I’m a current High School Junior with a 3.83 UW gpa but by the time I’m applying it’ll be like a 3.69 UW. I also have a 1420 SAT and lots of extra carriculars. I know Smeal is really tough to get into right away so I was wondering if I’d be better off applying to DUS. My school does not provide a weighted score but my only B’s have been in AP classes (my weighted would be significantly over a 4.0) I also am likely going to score a 4 or 5 on the AP Calc AB exam so I’m not scared of the “weedout” Calc 110 at UP. Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on what to apply as (major wise) and also any input on early application vs standard application. Thanks!
Apply DUS bro Smeal is a waste of time. They only accept 10% of applicants. Your best bet to get in is applying for the the summer and early if you really wanna get into Smeal, but DUS is better. DUS allows you to get into Smeal. For the first two years, you take all the classes someone in Smeal would take. Then after sophomore year, you declare your major and enter into Smeal (assuming you’ve met all the entrance to major requirements). Btw you might have to take Calc 2 depending on your major, so I’d check the plan of study to see if you have to.
Alright clutch thanks, would I miss out on any opportunities though idk like internships by going DUS?
Nope. DUS is the best route imo.
@NicholasSh, read post #2 by @jlhpsu in the discussion titled Chance Me