<p>I am applying to these three summer programs:</p>
<p>Baylor High School Summer Research Program
Baylor Medical School Summer Science for Seniors
Clark Scholars Program at Texas Tech</p>
<p>Rank: 26 out of 543
GPA 3.875, 5.43
I have competed in science fairs and done alot of independent research. I taught myself Quantum Mechanics and have done research on caliber to college level.
EC: Band, nearly all Honor societies, Debate, Football, Track.
Which of these do you think I can get into?</p>
<p>Im not familiar with the Baylor programs, but I think doing previous research and science fairs will give you a good chance at clark. Your rank seems a little low since most of the clarkies in my year were near the top of their class, I am guessing at least top 5. However, I think the most important factor for clark is writing convincing essays since nearly all applicants are top of their class, have strong gpas, have great ecs etc etc. I dont know if this means anything, but I found that many of the clarkies my year were outstanding writers. I’m guessing that helped us get accepted.</p>
<p>no these programs don’t expect you to have done previous research, but then again it would be nice to have an applicant that has some previous experience.</p>