Interested in Engineering schools?
Do you have a student that wants to major in engineering? If so, join us as we review information on how to get admitted into these schools.
If you're a student looking to major in engineering, here's one thing you should keep in mind. Engineering schools won't look at your application the way an average school does. Join the team at Link Educational Institute as we give you an insight on how to get into these schools.
Application changes to Cal Tech because of of COVID-19/Coronavirus
As you know, many colleges have temporarily stopped requesting the SAT and ACT scores. Cal Tech is now to be included amongst the schools because they want to make the admissions process as fair and equitable as possible. Test scores won't be required for the next two admissions cycles. The admissions office will focus on the rigor of classes students take and the grades they received.
SAT Math scores
Traditionally, students need to have a strong math score to get into an engineering school. A score of 800 is ideal, but getting a 700 will give you a chance to get accepted in an engineering school. The difference between 700 and 800 is substantial. MIT admits the top 0.1% or better. A score of 700 will put you in the top 8%. In summary, you should be close to getting an 800 in the math section. If you are missing fundamental math skills, then you should look at different engineering schools that are close to your score range.
Show off your math skills
Even if you get an 800 in the math section, you won't be automatically accepted. That's because the SAT has a ceiling in math. So, if you know Pre-Calculus, you can get an 800 but students should show off more of their math skills in other ways. Students should show off more of their math skills. SAT Math IIC- this content is more advanced, and you want to do well in this portion. Take IBMath, AP Math courses or college courses to show off your math skills.
Did I mention math?
The admissions office is paramount on the math portion of the test. If you follow these things, you will be a competitive candidate for MIT and Caltech.
Score well on a math competition. If you score well on the AIME, you will be a competitive candidate.
Students should score well in a science or math competition. If you win a contest, then your chances increase (e.g., International Biology Olympiad). This competition includes Informatics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics.
Enroll in a prestigious math/science camp like RSI.
Programs like AIME and RSI are well-known by top colleges, and you should aim for these programs. Close relatives of these brands are not the same.
These engineering schools have admissions rates of 10% or less. A 50% admission rate is guaranteed if a student falls into that category. Students can get accepted as long as they don't get complacent and continuously challenge themselves to achieve in STEAM subjects.
