<p>Our school curriculum may be structured differently from yours. All sophomores are required to take a "Standardized Test Prep" class, where we essentially prepare for the PSSAs but also PSATs and SATs. I guess it just works out that the top %s of our class usually get around a certain SAT score, but I do agree with the fact that lazy kids can score well on the SAT by just preparing well for it. Although, I think Penn would be more forgiving when it comes to SAT scores from an urban school. I would assume that not as many from your school attend college or higher education compared to suburban schools, so they would definitely take that under consideration.</p>
<p>Yes, I also fell in love with the campus. I had been to Philly so many times, and I felt that the school was way too close to home. After visiting the school and talking to friends who attend, my view of the school has changed completely. Instead of what I initially thought Penn was like (streets, sidewalks, etc.), it was actually very suburban-like with gorgeous buildings. Of course this isn't the only reason, but the scenery was not what I expected and the facilities are no doubt world-class.</p>
<p>I will not be applying to Drexel, and Penn is the only Philadelphia school that I will be applying to. If I am lucky enough to be admitted to Penn, I would go to the College and probably major in chemistry or biochemistry. You?</p>