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<p>There are a few twists to consider. First, and worth repeating, the automatic admission does NOT ensure a spot in the most sought-after schools such as Cockrell, McCombs, etc. It is also good to remember that a number of the most competitive HS in the state are NON participants in the top 7 percent system. Their students are targeting the colleges that REQUIRE a specific application and are reviewed holistically. </p>
<p>In so many words, a strong student might be BETTER served to attend a very competitive school, complete the toughest curriculum, do well in hard advanced classes, get a high SAT, and NOT focus on getting a higher ranking at a lesser HS. </p>
<p>The students who worry excessively about the ranking game are not necessarily the students aiming at the honors programs in Austin. </p>