<p>What are my chances as an RD (possibly ED2) applicant? My SAT scores are not great, but I worked hard to make everything else the best it could be. Please chance me. I will be applying for Engineering and Biochem. </p>
<p>Obviously nothing is sure, but I think you definitely have a good shot. Sure, the SATs aren’t amazing but I talked to people while I was there and Swat seems to look more at GPA anyway. It’s not like they’re terrible or anything. They’ll see that you do really well in your AP classes and figure you just aren’t the best tester. I’m sort of the same way, so I’m also hoping they’ll be understanding.</p>
<p>By the way, I love your essay idea. There are so many crazy stereotypes about Islam when it’s really an amazing religion. People say that religion is a little dangerous as an essay topic, but you probably did it very well and I think it’ll be great for Swat.</p>
<p>You didn’t mention whether you are applying as a diversity student or not, but if you are not, then I don’t believe you will be accepted. your SAT’s are not high enough. Since Swat isn’t your first choice and you will need to apply in the ED2 round to even have a chance if you don’t get accepted by your ED choice.</p>
<p>People have had lower SATs and gone to Swat… I could look up specific examples on the board, but I only have about 20 minutes of time to mess around on the computer so I won’t. Even though SATs are important, Swat would still pay more attention to tux’s GPA and the difficulty of the classes. Top 2.5% is not bad at all.</p>
<p>More specific information about SATs at Swat:
(This is the middle 50% of first year students)
Critical Reading: 660 - 770
Math: 660 - 760
Writing: 650 - 760</p>
<p>Math and writing are in those ranges.</p>
<p>So CR is a little low, buuut:</p>
<p>59% of freshman at Swat have an CR score 700-800
39% 600-99
9% 500-599</p>
<p>(All those stats are from collegeboard)</p>
<p>So I don’t think those scores will keep tux out of Swarthmore.</p>
<p>I’d put in in the big pile of applications that could go either way – as opposed to the small pile of sure bets to get in and the small pile of no chances. Basically, you’re in the same boat as everyone else. Send your app in and cross your fingers!</p>
<p>As with most apps, you can identify shortcomings. However, you also have some stuff that will be attractive. The robot stuff is pretty big at Swarthmore and I believe that they are trying to get to, or maintain, critical mass on the Islamic community.</p>