RPI, what are my chances?

joedoe
Thu, 03 Aug 2017 05:53:22 +0000

@GoRedhead @jiffyjeff It’s way easier to get in through ED than RD. For ED, the acceptance rate is like 60% (granted, nearly everyone is qualified during ED) and for RD it’s in the high 30 percent range. Also, RPI DOES NOT require you to enroll if you cannot afford it, even for ED - it basically just helps the college increase their yield since ED applicants will enroll 80-90% of the time (100% don’t enroll, it’s in the range above).

So for the objective part: Your GPA is in the bottom 4% of students that enroll - your ACT is average. Your ECs are related, but nothing special - most people doing anything at RPI have at least basic experience in their chosen field. Your AP scores and number you took are well below average, the average enrolled student got credit for 4-5 AP classes (so they got a 4 or 5 in that many). I’d really try hard and retake the ACT/ increase your GPA and apply ED, since I honestly don’t see you getting in RD - it seems highly unlikely. ED, I’d say your chances are 50-50. RD, like one out of ten (maybe a little higher if you boost your scores). I’d recommend applying ED, it significantly increases your chances and if it’s not financially feasible (you determine if it is, not RPI) you can decline the offer. This is my personal opinion and anything is possible so don’t take this as discouraging, but I’d also consider other schools if RPI doesn’t end up taking you, or worse isn’t financially feasible. PM me if you any any questions!