With my current stats what are the chances I even get looked at?

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors -
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s -

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member

TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position,
participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level(never placed below 5th chair)

Awards & Honors -

Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.

Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context -
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt
Match: University of Georgia
Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 1 day ago

Chance me on my reach schools please!

This is my current student profile and Im a rising senior on summer break. I wanted to ask what you guys thought on me applying EA 1 at Georgia Tech or if it’s better to wait bc or Regular decision. I have one essay draft and I’m aware that my SAT score needs to be improved. The SAT is my top priority right now. Let me know what you guys think!

I'm aware that my student profile is nowhere near as competitive as some others, but I'd like to see where I stand right now! Questions are welcome.

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors -
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s -

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member

TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level (never placed below 5th chair)

Awards & Honors -
Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.

Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context -
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Vanderbilt, Duke, Stanford
Match: University of Georgia, University of Alabama, Auburn
Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 1 day ago

Question on whether to apply EA or not.

This is my current student profile and Im a rising senior on summer break. I wanted to ask what you guys thought on me applying EA 1 at Georgia Tech or if it’s better to wait bc or Regular decision. I have one essay draft and I’m aware that my SAT score needs to be improved. The SAT is my top priority right now. Let me know what you guys think!

I'm aware that my student profile is nowhere near as competitive as some others, but I'd like to see where I stand right now! Questions are welcome.
Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students
Intended Majors -
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering
Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989
Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I
EC’s -
Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.
SkillsUSA - Member
TSA - Member
Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned
Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years
Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level
Awards & Honors -
Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.
Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.
Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.
Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.
Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.
Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me
School Context -
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context
School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt
Match: University of Georgia
Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 2 days ago

Questions on whether I should apply EA

This is my current student profile and Im a rising senior on summer break. I wanted to ask what you guys thought on me applying EA 1 at Georgia Tech or if it’s better to wait bc or Regular decision. I have one essay draft and I’m aware that my SAT score needs to be improved. The SAT is my top priority right now. Let me know what you guys think!

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors - 
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W 
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s - 

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member
TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level

Awards & Honors - 

Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional 
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.
Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context - 
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt

Match: University of Georgia

Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 2 days ago

Do I have a chance at my reach schools?

I'm aware that my student profile is nowhere near as competitive as some others, but I'd like to see where I stand right now! Questions are welcome.

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors - 
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W 
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s - 

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member
TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level

Awards & Honors - 

Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional 
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.
Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context - 
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt

Match: University of Georgia

Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 2 days ago

What colleges should I apply to? What should I work on over the summer?

I'm aware that my student profile is nowhere near as competitive as some others, but I'd like to see where I stand right now! I prefer to stay in state (Georgia) or in surrounding states.

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors - 
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W 
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s - 

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member
TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level

Awards & Honors - 

Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional 
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.
Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context - 
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt

Match: University of Georgia

Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 2 days ago

Chance me for GA Tech and UGA, Rising Senior

I'm aware that my student profile is nowhere near as competitive as some others, but I'd like to see where I stand right now! Questions are welcome.

Demographics -
1st Generation Hispanic Male
Low-income background
Attend an uncompetitive Georgia High School <700 students

Intended Majors - 
Primary - Mechanical Engineering
Secondary - Industrial Engineering

Academics -
GPA: 93.4 UW/95.080W (100 point scale)
Class Rank: 19/166
SAT: 1260 (650 M/610 RW) School Average is 989

Coursework/Rigor -
No APs (2 offered at my school)
4 DE Classes completed and 6 more planned
Honors: 10
Notes: Planning on taking DE Pre-cal and DE Calc I

EC’s - 

Beta Club - Member
Competed in a group Engineering competition at the state level with no placement.

SkillsUSA - Member
TSA - Member

Varsity Tennis- 2 years on the varsity tennis team and a 3rd planned

Varsity Marching Band - Trumpet, Member, No leadership position although I was placed at 1st chair throughout most of my time, participated for 3 years

Concert Band - Trumpet, No leadership position, participate for 5 years, 1st chair throughout 3-4 years, Auditioned and was admitted to ~6-7 honor bands district, county, and region level

Awards & Honors - 

Falcon Elite 3rd Year Honoree - Awarded for three consecutive years for maintaining a 95 or above cumulative average while completing 10–20+ hours of community service annually.

Highest Average in Essentials of Healthcare - Earned the number one academic rank out of all students enrolled in the healthcare course based on final cumulative grade.

Laurens County Schools Honor Band Certificate of Achievement —
Selected via competitive audition to perform with the top student musicians across the county school district.

Sound of the County Marching Band Invitational Festival — Regional 
Earned consecutive "Superior" ratings (the highest possible marks) in both the festival and competition categories as a member of the Marching Band of Gold.

Marching Band of Gold Service Award (Year 3) — School
Recognized for three years of dedicated service, leadership, and performance contributions to the high school marching band program.
Essays - Heavily family oriented, childhood, how my cousin and grandparents inspired me

School Context - 
I attend a small public high school in Middle Georgia, with a relatively small student body (<700) and limited advanced academic density. My school does not have the same level of competitive pressure or opportunity as larger magnet or suburban schools, so I’ve taken some of the most rigorous courses available to me and performed well in that context

School List -
Reach: Georgia Tech (Top), Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt

Match: University of Georgia

Safety: Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University

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u/General_Bid_3414 — 2 days ago