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The discussion centers around a forum member sharing their acceptance to The Pennsylvania State University for Aeronautical Engineering. Participants express congratulations and share their own experiences and advice related to college admissions, engineering studies, and university life.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses excitement about their acceptance to PSU, indicating it was their top choice.
  • Another participant congratulates them but notes a preference for physics over engineering.
  • Several participants share congratulations and personal anecdotes about their own college experiences.
  • Questions arise regarding the timing of college admissions in the US compared to Canada, with one participant noting the differences in notification timelines.
  • Discussion includes the concept of rolling admissions and the importance of early application submissions.
  • Participants suggest involvement in extracurricular activities like clubs and projects related to aerospace engineering.
  • There is mention of the potential benefits of diversifying coursework within engineering disciplines.
  • One participant humorously notes a rivalry between PSU and the University of Wisconsin due to their shared conference affiliation.
  • Another participant mentions the existence of a soaring club at PSU, suggesting it could be a worthwhile activity.
  • Advice is given regarding the importance of gaining real-world experience through projects and networking in engineering fields.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the excitement of college acceptance and the importance of getting involved in university life. However, there are differing views on the preferred fields of study, with some favoring physics and others supporting engineering. The discussion about admissions processes reveals varying experiences and timelines, indicating no consensus on that aspect.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference specific experiences and advice related to college admissions and engineering studies, but there are no definitive conclusions drawn about the best practices or outcomes. The discussion reflects personal perspectives and anecdotal evidence rather than established guidelines.

Who May Find This Useful

Prospective college students, particularly those interested in engineering or physics, may find the shared experiences and advice relevant as they navigate their own admissions processes and prepare for university life.

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I'm 17, time to start my higher-level education and I'd like to share my great news to the rest of the community. I was accepted to The Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus for Aeronautical Engineering! :-p

That is my #1 choice and I'm so ecstatic!
 
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Congratulations, orthorgonal component of x and y! I always knew you'd get into Penn. St.

Too bad you're not doing physics. :(

Zz.
 
Congrats! Enjoy your time there! Get those study habits under control ASAP so you can enjoy more beer with your friends!

- Warren
 
Congratulations!
 
Thank you very much everyone! Zz: You have no clue how close I've come to declaring Physics. I just don't think the research/teaching path is right for me since I'm more into applied physics. Don't hate me! Warren: Who knows, I don't drink at all now but PSU could always change that. :)
 
Congrats! I never knew you wanted to go to Penn State.:wink:
 
Congrats!
 
Way to go,
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Great job, kid! It's a fine institution. Have fun.
 
  • #10
As a member of the state whose tax dollars help support the school, I hope you enjoy it there lol! BTW Its a great school good luck there.
 
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  • #11
yep, I am happy for you :approve:
 
  • #12
GREAT JOB Z-COMPONENT!

Congratulations.
 
  • #13
Congrats! College should be the best 4 years of your life. Make sure you savor it!
 
  • #14
z-component said:
I'm 17, time to start my higher-level education and I'd like to share my great news to the rest of the community. I was accepted to The Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus for Aeronautical Engineering! :-p
That is my #1 choice and I'm so ecstatic!

Congrats! That's the same major I'm going into next year! (I'm 17 as well, difference is I'm applying mostly to Can. Universities).

Good luck!
 
  • #15
Congratulations!

It is usual for offers of admission to arrive during this time of the year in the US? I'm awaiting offers as well, and in Canada, they usually don't arrive until March or April (there are exceptions with smaller universities, but all the ones that I've applied to don't send them out until April). In addition to being accepted, I congratulate you for being spared the torturous wait I'm going through right now. It's hell.
 
  • #16
Does Penn State have rolling admissions?

Congrats by the way, I'll be going through this next year :)
 
  • #17
Great news. Congrats! :smile:
 
  • #18
Congrats dude! :smile:
 
  • #19
Congrats [tex]\hat{z}[/tex] !

And look out for Spacetiger and LeBrad !
 
  • #20
Congrats!

Good luck!
 
  • #21
Congrats indeed, i hardly know anyone here, but still!

am 17 too, but I will have to wait till 2007/2008 for advanced.
 
  • #22
Sisyphus said:
Congratulations!

It is usual for offers of admission to arrive during this time of the year in the US? I'm awaiting offers as well, and in Canada, they usually don't arrive until March or April (there are exceptions with smaller universities, but all the ones that I've applied to don't send them out until April). In addition to being accepted, I congratulate you for being spared the torturous wait I'm going through right now. It's hell.
Yes, admissions decisions start coming in this time of year in the US, at least for the top students who got their applications in early. They'll trickle in over the next few months. Penn probably has rolling admissions, which means they start evaluating the applications and admit their top picks, and start making decisions on the rest on a first-come-first-serve basis...if you get your applications in late, you risk missing out on a slot at those schools. They'll always hold a few open until the end for the outstanding late applicant, but most of those students are already well-advised to get their applications in as early as possible.

I actually learned that the long winter break at most universities isn't to just give the students a nice vacation, but to give the administrative offices time to focus on reviewing admissions applications without having to deal with the constant stream of students with problems coming to the offices too.

Oh, yeah, oops...almost forgot :redface: Congrats z-component! Penn State is a great choice!
 
  • #23
i don't know what this is all about but, it looks like you've got what you wanted, so congratulations!11111111:approve:
 
  • #24
Thank you so much everyone! Yes, PSU has rolling admission. Since I sent in my app before their recommended date, Nov. 31, I am guaranteed to find out by the end of January. The college admission process is exciting, and yes, the wait sometimes kills, but in the end I'm just happy it's over with! Good luck to those who are awaiting decisions or are soon applying to universities!
 
  • #25
However, you do know of course that since U. of Wisconsin is my alma mater, and you're going to Penn St., and we are both in the Big Ten conference, that you are now my "enemy"!

Go Badgers!

:)

Zz.
 
  • #26
this gets you a giant 'ATTA BOY !
 
  • #27
Zz, in response... go Nittany Lions! :D
 
  • #28
You're lucky, you'll almost certainly get a very good football team in the next 3 years.
And as defending conference champion, it's your responsibility to talk trash to anyone you meet from Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin,.. pretty much anywhere in the midwest actually. But especially Michigan.
 
  • #29
Congratulations Z-comp. PSU is a great engineering school.

I ocassionally get over there to visit the Department Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering, so I'll let you know next time.

I would recommend some physics courses if you have room for electives. As an engineer, it also helps to diversify, so if you want to do structures, also look at some materials courses. If you want to do power and/or propulsion, look at courses in EE and ME (turbomachinery, if not covered in Aersp). It looks like fluid dynamics is well-covered in Aersp.

And by all means, become a student member of AIAA and start building a network!
 
  • #30
Yeah I would like to take courses from other engineering disciplines but I'll also have my minor in mathematics and some French courses... We'll see I suppose! I'd gladly join the AIAA, since I'm going to also join the AOPA when I get the chance. I wonder if PSU has a flying club, or something similar.
 

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