Good enough to get into College?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around college application strategies, specifically for Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. Participants share insights on GPA, standardized test scores, volunteer experience, and scholarship opportunities, while also addressing timing for applications and major selection.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their academic statistics, including GPA, SAT scores, class rank, and extracurricular activities, seeking advice on college applications.
  • Another participant asserts that the applicant's GPA exceeds Rutgers' minimum requirement and expresses confidence in their chances of admission.
  • There is a discussion about the ranking of Rutgers compared to Princeton, with one participant stating Rutgers is the second best university in New Jersey.
  • Questions are raised about whether to take the SAT or ACT and the best timing for college applications.
  • Concerns about navigating scholarship opportunities are mentioned, indicating confusion about the process.
  • One participant inquires about the applicant's intended major, noting their own plans to attend Rutgers as well.
  • The applicant expresses uncertainty about their major, considering engineering or dentistry.
  • There is a suggestion that the applicant should apply as soon as possible, emphasizing the importance of timely applications.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the applicant's GPA is sufficient for Rutgers, but there is no consensus on the necessity of taking additional standardized tests or the best time to apply. The discussion on major selection remains open-ended.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully explored the implications of standardized test scores on admissions or the specifics of scholarship applications, leaving these areas somewhat ambiguous.

Who May Find This Useful

High school students considering college applications, particularly those interested in Rutgers University or similar institutions, may find this discussion relevant.

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I'm planning to apply to Rutgers in New Brunswick, NJ.

My stats so far.

GPA between 3.5 and 3.4 unweighted
1720 SAT 1200 Math and Critical Reading
Top 30% of class
4 years football
3 years TSA
Silver and bronze TSA achievement award
Teen CERT member (Community Emergency Response Team)
70+ volunteer hours
Going to volunteer at a hospital in the summer

I'm wondering if I should take the SAT and/or the ACT in the fall. Also what is the best time to apply to college? And lastly, is Rutgers New Jersey's best college after Princeton?

Also, I am wondering about scholarships. I been looking around the websites for them and I am really confused what to do.
 
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No problem, your good. Rutgers Brunswick has a requirement of at least a 3.0 gpa. Yours is well above that and 70 hours of volunteering helps. I think you have a pretty good chance.

Yes, Rutgers Brunswick is rated the second best university in NJ, right after Princeton. In fact, they had the chance to turn into a private school if they wanted to (I've heard that by word of mouth). http://www.4icu.org/us/New-Jersey.htm

Can I ask what your major is? Because I'm also attending Rutgers Brunswick later.
 
Nano-Passion said:
No problem, your good. Rutgers Brunswick has a requirement of at least a 3.0 gpa. Yours is well above that and 70 hours of volunteering helps. I think you have a pretty good chance.

Yes, Rutgers Brunswick is rated the second best university in NJ, right after Princeton. In fact, they had the chance to turn into a private school if they wanted to (I've heard that by word of mouth). http://www.4icu.org/us/New-Jersey.htm

Can I ask what your major is? Because I'm also attending Rutgers Brunswick later.

Thanks for your help.
I'm not completely sure what my major is going be. I trying to be an engineer or a dentist.
 
Legendofdeep said:
Thanks for your help.
I'm not completely sure what my major is going be. I trying to be an engineer or a dentist.

No problem. I hope you applied by now though?

Edit: Your still planning to apply? I would really recommend you apply asap.
 
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I'm a junior. I am going to apply in the fall.
 

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