RPI/AMC BS/MD

Supergirl5
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:33:09 +0000

Hi there,
I am currently a sophomore in high school and I really want to get into this program. I don’t think I’ve ever wanted anything this much and am willing to work for it. (I like the Union program too but it’s really expensive. Siena seems nice but I prefer a BS over a BA.) and RPI has research facilities, which really interests me. The problem is that it’s competitive and I don’t know what do to get in. I know I should do some research, but as a high school student I don’t know how to get such an opportunity. (Advice?)

Academic info:
Taking 1 AP (World) this year and will take 4 next year.
Took Sat Bio (750)
PSAT: 195 (not that good, but I didn’t study at all)
Student coordinator of program where we tutor ESL kids
Volunteered at library for a year but then got hired and not allowed to volunteer anymore
Class Rank: 14/850
GPA UW: 99 W:102 (approximate, can’t remember exactly)
Yearbook
Interact, FCCLA last yr
HOBY Leadership seminar
Local science fair and won some awards
Volunteering at local hospital starting in the summer
Chamber of commerce Youth Leadership Program
French Honor Society
Varsity Tennis

So basically, I want to know how I can improve my chances of getting into the program besides improving SAT scores and grades (I plan to take the SAT 2s for World History, Math, and Literature). I really, really want this. What ECs can I do to improve my chances? Any tips on getting research opportunities? If anyone is part of the program, will you plz share how you got in? Also, any advice on how to get started with shadowing?