<p>Does my son (white Juinor) have a chance- His class rank is barely top 20%- #58 out of 289. High school is average competive. His SAT was a 1860- w/o prepping, which he will do now. (he will take 2 more times) He thinks he will wind up with a 2000. Taken hoonors classes. (except math, he is only in ALgebra ll as a junoir, but has a 105 average in the class) Ap Comp. this year and 4 APs next year. His GPA is 3.8 weighted, has lots of ECs, cross country, has had a job for 3 years 20 hours per week. Any insight as to how big of a reach this would be would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>Where do you live?</p>
<p>I'm guessing NJ.....</p>
<p>Visited Wake 2 weeks ago...he has a chance! If I recall they have an unusual early commit program where one can apply the summer after junior year and get a quick response. I believe it is binding. If he's positive this is THE place maybe you can get a rapid yes or no.</p>
<p>Thanks for the positive response! I want him to have a dream to work for (Thats what being young is about!) I will continue to encourage him to apply to Wake!</p>
<p>Is financial aid an issue? If so, then don't get wed to the idea of Wake Forest just yet. You should find several schools for him to work towards to avoid major disappointment if the cost is too high.</p>
<p>njmom...what is his combined verbal and math SAT because I believe Wake Forest, like many other schools, will not be using the writing portion of the test for at least the first year....</p>
<p>His combined for verbal and math was only a 1260- he only got a 610 on the math! He is going to take a prep class to help him out- and to Texasmom- money is an issue, and we are looking at other schools. I just wanted to know if it is totally unreasonable for him to "fancy himself there". He is a pretty reasonable kid (not spoiled) and understands even if accepted, he may have to go where financial aid is more available. Thanks!</p>
<p>I agree with you...aim high! You may also want to start looking around on the financial aid threads. It has nothing to do with spoiling (I would if I could!) and more to do with not being a major let down when you get accepted but can't afford the financial aid that is offered. Some schools meet need with more grants than loans. Others put a large burden back on the family and student. Look for schools that might be similar to Wake Forest in size/majors etc... that meet 100% need for 100% of the students, and that list average student indebtedness at graduation to be around 18K (that's about what all the Staffords add up to be over four years). </p>
<p>I think it's wonderful that your son has a goal set, some extra motivation in the home stretch!</p>
<p>have you been to Wake? Size wise it is similar to U Richmond...if you are looking about the south...also Furman....</p>