My Son got Accepted… He got in Texas Tech. UTD or UT Arlington would have been nice… But can’t complain. He is super happy. Anyone going to Texas Tech.
@psywar sorry to hear that your son did not get in. I was really hoping they both get in. Is there a waiting list. I am sure with his interest he will get into better programs
TedCruz… Just noticed that your daughter is going to Texs Tech… That’s great… My son is going to Texas Tech too. We are from Allen, TX … Where are you from
@kacex783 …My son was not sure he would get in because of being a sophomore…but looks like that did not matter…
SAT - 2310 (800 Math, 800 Reading , 710 Writing)
Rank - 18/1550 ( Almost top 1%)
Chemistry Honors - 100
He thinks good recommendation from Chemistry teacher
Science Fair award
Volunteer at Senior Living/Museum/Community
Essay - Wrote about couple of incidents that influenced him
Not sure what factor played major decision in acceptance
I was accepted to the program at UT Austin. My stats were pretty good, but I’m not sure about the EC’s.
SAT: 2390 (800 Math, 800 Reading, 790 Writing)
GPA: 4.94 (max)
APs taking/have taken: AP Human Geography, AP Biology, AP Statistics, AP Chemistry, APUSH, AP World History, AP Physics 1
The recommendation from my Chem teacher was probably pretty good.
EC: Dance, piano, figure skating (all for 12+ years) with some minor awards
Scholastic Writing Gold Keys and Medals
Quiz Bowl since 7th grade, State Champion
Internship in Biochemistry department of local university
Essay: I don’t even remember, sorry
I was accepted into UTD. Anyone else?
SAT 2350 (800 Math 770 Reading 780 Writing)
GPA 5.89 w 4.00 uw
Rank: 3/521
APs taken: Computer Science, Spanish Language, Chemistry (5), Statistics, Physics B
APs taking: USH, Physics C, Human Geo, Psychology, Calculus BC, English Lang
Probably strong recommendation from AP Chem teacher and research class teacher
Internship in Chem E Department at local university
EC: math and science competitions - a few awards
leadership and service in science-related activities (think this helped)
Essay: Wrote about an achievement.
My son got accepted to U of Houston earlier this week and he is particularly interested in biochemistry and cancer drugs so this is a great fit being so close to MD Anderson ---- anyone else? Please kindly let us know; thanks much!
His stats are also excellent as the ones posted above but he is in IB but not AP. This Welch program does sound like a very prestigious program and a wonderful opportunity to research and make friends and we look forward to this 5-week camp. Thanks for all the good info. Blessings
Has anyone been officially waitlisted?
@ hearthhazel and rocket24 how do you secure internship in local universities. How do you approach them ? Could u please let us know of the steps would be very helpful to future applicants.
@tdoc20
Many universities have a formal application process for internships. Internships for high school students are usually during the summer, and applicants are admitted based on merit and availability. It’s not a guaranteed thing, but it’s worth a shot. I’d check with your local universities to see if they have internship programs set up already.
i just now checked my email, and saw that i got accepted to ut arlington! i’m so excited!
@nobodybutchu, Do you mind sharing your stats?
my stats are pretty mediocre compared to a lot of people.
SAT: 2230
GPA 3.95 unweighted
Rank: 1/730
EC/leadership: band(drum major), class vp, math and science team, latin club, academic decathlon
Essay: wrote about science bowl
my chem teacher must have written a really good recommendation because i honestly don’t have many achievements…
@ hearthazel , thanks will check with local universities in dallas
@tdoc20 I am taking a research class at my school, and we are required to complete a research project with a mentor. I emailed many university professors in my area and asked if I could participate in their research. It took a while, but I eventually got one to respond and agree.
@rocket24 thanks for the info. I am not sure if my school offers a research class around the sciences but I will try finding out if there are other ways , through which I could participate.