MYOS1634:
If he wants to go for a PHD (I realize this may change), he really should look into national LACs since they typically produce way more students who go on to PhD programs than large universities - this is due to their faculty being in part recruited for their ability to include undergrads into their research, when at large universities grad students will have the biggest responsibility, then often Honors College students or in specific Honors programs (for whom research may be a graduation requirement). In addition, the government research cuts made to large university research labs mean positions for undergrads will be even scarcer.
This is a great point, and I’ll be sure to bring this up to him!
MYOS1634:
If big time sports are a deal breaker, those^ wouldn’t work - undergraduate research access may not go hand in hand with large university sports. However a less exposed, less selective public university may be a good mix, allowing him to stand out and thus giving him a chance to join a lab and get research experience.
He doesn’t care about sports at all, likely won’t attend a single event in all of college (hasn’t in high school)
MYOS1634:
Beside being an auto admit to UIowa+Honors , what about Pitt ? It’s worth sending an application since they weigh test scores favorably (and their Honors College process would mean he may stand a chance there too, not sure about the research funding cuts there) and have rolling admissions so process applications quickly.UDel , App State ?
I’m really liking the idea of U Iowa, and hadn’t considered Pitt, but will definitely add that to our list to look over, especially if they weigh test scores favorably! Will check out the others you listed as well!
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