<p>So here’s the deal. I had straight As freshman and sophomore year. 4 Bs in junior year
cause of harder classes. </p>
<p>This year I have even tougher classes. 2 Bs and a C in physics. The B and C are
2 or 3 points from an A or B. This sucks. I’m worried because I’m applying to privates and as engineering major. How bad is this for Columbia and Carnegie Mellon</p>
<p>and I spend 20 to 30 hours a week just on wrestling</p>
<p>Not good. 2 or 3 points away from the next letter grade isn’t exactly “almost there.” (I wish it was, for the sake of my Chem grade, but it’s just not.) Supply the percentages if you want, but do it across the board for each of your classes, not as an excuse for your low grades. </p>
<p>Engineering classes in college are rough, much rougher than high school science and math courses, and falling behind now doesn’t look good.</p>
<p>What ifi had no Cs but just Bs</p>
<p>If you have a C in physics engineering is probably not for you…</p>
<p>^^</p>
<p>One grade in a high school science subject hardly warrants the conclusion that “engineering is or isn’t” a good career choice. High school science courses are not always taught by the most knowledgeable teachers. Physics is also one of these subjects that can grow slowly on you. First you don’t totally get it, and then suddenly it all makes sense.</p>
<p>Hopefully, even if CMU and Columbia (both reaches for most applicants) don’t come through, you have some safety schools. Some of the best engineering colleges are the State universities.</p>
<p>I would definitely NOT mention the percentages. A couple points away doesn’t matter. It’s like saying we only lost the game by 2 points (it’s still a loss). You don’t want to to make them think that you are trying to justify your low grade(s) - they will not like that all.</p>