What should I do to get in?

Colleges & Universities A-Z The University of Texas at Austin
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<p>My current rank is 82/1563 (so top 6%)
My GPA as of last year was 4.08
I'm a sophomore this year, and I'm wondering what else I can do to better my odds of getting in?
I'm in debate and am applying for NHS currently.</p>

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<p>Your class rank and SAT scores cannot be too high. Always try to improve those. </p>

<p>Make good relationships with your teachers for recommendations and try to get into as many ECs as possible.</p>

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<p>Are you in state or out of state?</p>

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<p>I’m in state, and my GPA (I calculated it by hand) has improved from last year. So I think I can move up (hopefully). As for SAT scores, I’ve only taken a practice test and I scored an 1850. There is still much room for improvement.
Is it possible for me to get in if I continue to work hard?</p>

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<p>If you are 6% you are automaticall in aren’t you?</p>

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<p>UT bases acceptance on top 7% AND testing. So SAT and ACT scores are considered. That’s what my ranking letter said when I got it this past semester.</p>

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<p>Cockrell has automatic admission? I thought it was just for the main school for general studies and not the specialized schools like McCombs and Cockrell.</p>

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<p>If you’ve got an 1850 as a sophomore you’re doing pretty well. If you want to get into Cockrell, they’ll weigh the math portion more than the reading/writing.</p>

<p>Just keep working hard and you should be in good shape.</p>

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<p>And, no Cockrell does not have automatic admission.</p>

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<p>If you are indeed interested in engineering, then definitely work on the SAT scores; especially the math part! If you can get a 750 or higher on the SAT MATH or 34+ on the ACT, that’s great! Furthermore, having AP calculus and AP Physics C (not b!) on your transcript looks good (if you are in a position to take them your Junior year, you should!). Those courses are difficult, but will be a good indicator for you and for Cockrell if you can handle the engineering workload. </p>

<p>Try joining robotics or science olympiads and dedicate your efforts into one of those programs. It’s great for experience, and obviously your resume! </p>

<p>BTW DO NOT overlook the essays! Essays can really set you apart if you show your passion and dedication to excellence and hard work!</p>