Chance me for ED II in computer science ;)

MyOdyssey
Mon, 02 Nov 2015 02:25:11 +0000

@cappex Having read over your outline of credentials, I would suggest/recommend the following:

1. Try to upgrade your math based standardized tests scores. Retake the ACT to get a better math score (and science score too, if possible). Take the SAT II in Math I or Math II and try to get at least a 750 (ideally an 800).

2. Work on a computer programming related project of your own design. This might mean creating an app for the Apple store, putting together a website for someone, or something more high powered.

3. Can you sell yourself as someone who can play varsity sports for Emory? Keep in mind that Emory is Division III.

4. Apply to both Oxford College and Emory College. Oxford College is slightly less selective based on test scores than Emory College.

5. Both Emory College and Oxford College (2 different undergraduate campuses that will give you an Emory diploma after 4 years) pride themselves on being liberal arts schools. Accordingly, the relatively low reading score on the ACT could bear improvement. You will do a lot of reading and writing at any highly selective school.

6. Are you taking AP Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Physics or other quant based curriculum?

I have heard that candidates that have standardized test scores that fall below the 75% and are unhooked (not legacy, athletes or URM) are at the mercy of admissions’ committees.

Bolstering the math credentials will be important given your intended major. Likewise boosting your ACT by as little 2 points overall should help a lot too.