<p>I’m a parent of two Mudd students. I would have to say that you need to apply to find out if you can get in. If you get in, then it means that the Mudd admissions believes you can make it academically at Mudd. </p>
<p>However, I would advise not applying early. I think they are very clear that if finances are an issue you should apply regular so you can make a choice based in part on aid offered.</p>
<p>Your GPA looks great, but honestly you test scores are a bit low. I’m not an admissions officer, so I don’t know what they look for - test scores aren’t everything in the end, some students just don’t do standardized tests well. </p>
<p>Other schools to consider:
WPI
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Tulane</p>
<p>In PA: Lafayette College looked interesting when my daughter was applying.</p>
<p>Here is a link to liberal arts schools with good science depts:</p>
<p><a href=“Growing Scientists at America's Top Liberal Arts Colleges | HuffPost College”>HuffPost - Breaking News, U.S. and World News | HuffPost;
<p>I’d keep searching. Mudd is a wonderful school, but there might be another that is as good a fit.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>