<p>Do you think he can make it? My application is a bit stronger (higher GPA and GRE, a little research experience) and still I’ve been advised to not apply through top 20 engineering schools</p>
<p>those are tough schools to get into for sure, and his GPA is surely not impressive while his GRE is just above good. but we wouldn’t know if he’ll get in or not unless he’ll apply.</p>