88 average and 1230 SAT... worth applying?

markopolo
Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:47:26 +0000

I doubt there is just “one” number cutoff before they toss your application into the “don’t bother” bin.

You MUST keep in mind that several other factors can determine what numbers they’d be willing to accept:

() At many schools, race IS a factor;
() The rigor of your HS transcript, and/or what school you are applying from;
() What school you are applying to (ie: Decker/SOM vs CCPA/Harpur);
() Special talents, unique attributes; etc.

I am positive there isn’t just a magical number where they just decide to not even bother looking at your application. Every single application and all its “pieces” are scanned into a database, and counselors can then browse through them on a computer.

For example, people with very great “numbers” often get rejected from Binghamton, if the rest of their application is weak. Keep in mind this entire process is holistic, and typically no single number will make/break your application. However, it is definitely worth noting that emphasis is placed on your GPA/SAT. I do not think, however, that they instantly weed out 15,000 applications.