<p>Hi,
I'm a florida in-state junior. I was wondering if anyone could give me an idea of my chances at University of Florida and Florida state. I have visited both schools and would be happy with either one, but would most likely go to UF if accepted. My stats are as follows:
gpa: probably 3.7 weighted by the end of this year according to the way these particular schools weigh it.
SAT: take on saturday, but test extremely well..score should be 1500-1600 on 1600 scale(reading/math (writing not counted))
AP: unfortunately only took English Language and Comp. as a junior and will be taking Microeconomics and Macroeconomics over the summer.
EC: Not many extra-curriculars. Member of the top Chorus all through high school and have won awards through that..very active in local church and should have 200 hours of community service
Senior Class schedule: as a senior I will be taking honors classes at the local community college so I'm not sure how it will look. Thinking about taking additional APs online.</p>
<p>Any input is appreciated along with any suggestions of what I can do in my senior year to help my chances. What about the AP situation?
thank you.</p>
<p>For UF, I would say if you got in you would be a very lucky person. I know numerous students I go to school with who had 4.0 GPAs, outstanding test scores and extracirriculars who were flat out rejected from UF. They are really raising the bar.</p>
<p>As far as FSU goes, I would definately say that you have a better shot of getting accepted there. But you never will really know unless you apply. </p>
<p>And a word of advice, there is more to life than taking a ridiculous amount of AP courses. I know plenty of people who got into UF, FSU by only taking 1 or 2 APs.</p>
<p>I know. UF is crazy! I was amazed when I went on the tour at their high standards. I guess really good SAT would be my best shot..ughh</p>
<p>Don't let it stress you out. If it's meant for you to go to UF, like you seem to want, then it will all work out in the end. </p>
<p>Just practice for the SAT. Take practice tests. That is the thing that will help you out the most.</p>
<p>I would suggest mixing in some AP courses and continuing to improve the GPA. Also continue the extracurricular activities in the areas you have developed. Significant involvement in a few is more meaningful than scant involvement in many. People can figure out limited involvement quickly for what it is. If you have time, consider projects that help those less fortunate. I do know that Florida State tracks this kind of activity. </p>
<p>I would also schedule a personal interview with an admissions officer and get a read from some someone who counts - with SAT/ACT scores in hand. I know FSU is very good about allowing personal contacts like this.</p>
<p>Lastly, if you know what you want to study, go and visit that department and have conversations with staff. I would also suggest you pick your school based on the area you want to study as both UF and FSU are each best in certain areas, with not much cross-over. For example, if you want to be an engineer go to UF. If you want to study Information Sciences go to FSU.</p>
<p>The bottom line here, if you haven't already figured it out, is:</p>
<ol>
<li> Know what you want and make personal contact with people in that area. Narrow it down if you're not sure.</li>
<li> Identify the strengths of the university and make sure they hit your goals.</li>
<li> Commit to putting real effort into preparing yourself as early as possible.</li>
<li> Don't be afraid to change your mind. Life is like that. Oftentimes things aren't clear until you actually try a program for a while.</li>
<li> Do what makes you happy. Follow your passions.</li>
</ol>
<p>Get above a 1000 and youll get into FSU. FSU is very very very easy to get into. They called me to apply to their school LoL.</p>