lilmelonred

Can someone help me pick out which of the two(Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute or University of Rochester) should i consider applying? I want to study science; chemical engineering, medicine or anything similar to that field.. Anyone attend any of these schools? let me know about the experience or anything i should know...
My stats are as follows:
I'm going to apply to the HEOP program because I am low income and my stats aren't that great either.
MY GPA is 92/95 which is roughly about 3.8.
I'm ranked in the 80s our of 820 people.
SAT currently: CR 430, M 670, W 560.. I'm going to retake in November to bring up my CR score hopefully.
If anyone of you want to read my common app essay to get some feedback.

Creekland

I don't believe your stats are competitive for U Rochester. I'm not that familiar with RPI.

Why only these two schools? Do you have a safety? Are you in-state for NY?

lilmelonred

Yes i have plenty of Safeties like SUNYs and CUNYs. and Yes I am a New Yorker. University at Rochester said that they have test options. I can submit my AP scores if i want instead of SATs.. I got a 3 and a 4. Should i submit that with it?

Chedva

Why do you havce to decide? Why not apply to both? If your income is low enough, you could get a fee waiver.

napalm2013

Both of them are pretty big reaches for you. I would apply to both, if you want you could apply to one of them ED to help your chances and the other RD. Good luck.

XinzeLi

I would actually say Rochester is a good match for you (DON'T SEND YOUR SAT OR AP SCORES). Your GPA and Rank is in their higher range.

Don't bother with RPI and those scores...

I ask this to everyone: How the hell do people get good grades and class rank and barely scratch 75% on the SAT?

BeanTownGirl

Look at the Common Data Set (section C) at each school to see where you have the best shot. It would be better to apply to both if possible.
What about RIT? Might be easier to get into.