<p>I’m considering attending the North Carolina School of Science and Math, but have also been given the opportunity to apply to St. Andrew’s in Delaware. Where can I look to compare the schools to see which can make you a more competitive candidate for a higher level college?</p>
<p>I doubt that graduating from either school would make you a better candidate at top tier universities and colleges… It’s better to think about which school is a better fit for you in terms of what your interests are, the size of the school, the college advising system, distance from home, sports, arts, etc.</p>
<p>My daughter attends SAS and I can say there seem to be a big bunch of North Carolinians there.</p>
<p>That’s the sort of question that really is unanswerable - at least if you mean you want to find some stats that demonstrate how your chances of admissions at elite colleges will be affected by attending either of these two schools.
Also, SAS (I know nothing about NC S&M) is quite difficult to gain admittance to. Merely having the opportunity to apply doesn’t mean you will get in. Look at both, apply to both, then consider your choices when you have them.</p>
<p>If you are trying to compare the two schools, ask each school for their school profile. It should include matriculation data, ACT/SAT test scores, grade distribution, and scholarship recognition information.</p>
<p>Don’t attend a school to boost your chances to some colleges, that really defeats the purpose of high school. SAS is highly selective and in my opinion will provide you with opportunities and experiences that most other schools cannot. SAS is a boarding school, and remember that boarding is a totally different life changing experience in itself. SAS does have a ton of people from NC, btw.</p>
<p>Is the N.C. school free? that would make a difference.</p>
<p>The North Carolina School of Science and Math is for 11th and 12th grade students, and it’s free. The school used to pay for student’s college as well, but they do not anymore. Students that graduate from NCSSM graduate in the top 1% of North Carolina.</p>
<p>Even though the tuition grant is no longer in effect, students that graduate from S&M are very competitive in the scholarship field as far as paying for college. Also, when the economy recovers some, it is entirely possible that the tuition grant may be reinstated. </p>
<p>awdixon
NCSSM c/o '09</p>