Do I Have a Shot at Getting into Texas A&M's Aerospace Engineering Program?

[Angry Citizen]

Okay, some time ago I made a post here asking about my chances of getting into Texas A&M's aerospace engineering program. My situation at the time was that I was a homeschooled student with a not-so-good math ACT (25, which is 1 point above the minimum for engineers), but a lot of gen-ed courses and three math classes (I'd taken precalculus and below), all but one of which (a history class) I'd made A's in at my community college. Needless to say, I didn't get in. Here's my updated situation:

B in calculus I
A in calculus II
A in general chem I
B in calc-based physics I

And I'll be taking calc III, gen chem II, and physics II during Spring, and it's doubtful I'll get a C in any of them. Do I have a shot? Will my above-average math and science scores at the community college level get me past my standardized test scores and lack of high school?

 

[Angry Citizen]

Anyone?

 

[story645]

*shrugs* I'm guessing nobody here is all that familiar with A&M's aerospace engineering program. Have you tried their website/admissions people/open house/etc?

 

[lisab]

Yes, what story said is right - it's really tough to make a judgement on this question, because it's so specific to one program at one school. Story's advice to contact the school is a good idea, too. Try talking to an advisor in the department, they'll probably give better advice than a general admissions counselor.

My take: I doubt your lack of high school will be a big deal, since you've been successful at the community college level.

 

[rezeew]

As a scientist, it's important to look at all aspects of an individual's academic background and not just focus on one or two factors. In this case, it seems like the student has shown significant improvement in their math and science courses at the community college level. This demonstrates a strong dedication and ability to succeed in these subjects. Additionally, the fact that they are taking higher level math and science courses in the spring shows a continued commitment to their academic pursuits.

While standardized test scores are important, they are not the only indicator of academic potential. The student's grades in their math and science courses, as well as their overall GPA, should also be taken into consideration. It's also important to note that standardized tests do not always accurately reflect a student's abilities and can be affected by a variety of factors.

Based on the updated information provided, it seems like the student has a strong chance of getting into the aerospace engineering program at Texas A&M. Their improved grades in math and science courses, along with their continued academic progress, demonstrate a strong potential for success in the program. It's also worth mentioning that the student's homeschooling background should not be seen as a disadvantage, as many homeschooled students have excelled in higher education.

In conclusion, while there are no guarantees, it seems like the student has a good chance of getting into the program based on their academic achievements and dedication. As a scientist, it's important to consider all aspects of a person's academic background and not just rely on standardized test scores.