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PolarMan · 11-07-04, 01:47 AM

Hi folks, I am currently a high school student planning to apply to both CP SLO and CPP this fall, however, I am somewhat undecided on which I should go to, and with that I have a ton of questions

First off, which one is better for my major, and how is the selectivity of both schools (in terms of the specific major)? I have already decided on electrical engineering as my major, have a 3.82 GPA (10-11th grade, with the few extra points for honors/AP classes), 3.9 overall, ranked 44 out of my class of 597 (puts me within the top 10%), 1200 SAT (a bit on the low side, in my opinion), currently the VP of math club, and currently taking AP Calculus BC and AP Physics C as my main math/science courses (however, I didn't pass my AP Calc. AB test last year - was my first time taking an AP test though, but I am currently doing very well in BC and Physics C - 91% and 93% current scores, respectively).

Secondly, does either school even bother looking at SAT2 scores? I took those tests since I'm also applying to a couple lower-tier UCs as safeties.

Thirdly, I plan to retake the SAT in December. Although I've looked on SLO's site stating that "tests taken after November may not be guaranteed to be used on the record," I just wanted to make sure if this holds true for both CPs.

And finally, my parents are willing to pitch in and help, so cost is only a moderate problem at the most, but specifically for Cal Poly SLO, how many people actually get accepted for campus housing? (I live in SoCal, so the issue of housing can be a problem if I decide to go to SLO) - CPP isn't too much of a problem since it's only a 20 min. drive away, but not having a driver's license opens up the can of worms.

One side of me tells me to stay here and the other tells me to leave SoCal (since I've pretty much lived here all my life and I have a desire to get out), but I just want to see the pros and cons of both schools first.

I apologize if this is a bit too lengthy, heh heh, but thanks in advance for any helpful answers.

11-07-04, 01:47 AM	#1 (permalink)
PolarMan Active Member Joined: Nov 2004 Location: California Posts: 73	Prospective student here looking to decide Hi folks, I am currently a high school student planning to apply to both CP SLO and CPP this fall, however, I am somewhat undecided on which I should go to, and with that I have a ton of questions First off, which one is better for my major, and how is the selectivity of both schools (in terms of the specific major)? I have already decided on electrical engineering as my major, have a 3.82 GPA (10-11th grade, with the few extra points for honors/AP classes), 3.9 overall, ranked 44 out of my class of 597 (puts me within the top 10%), 1200 SAT (a bit on the low side, in my opinion), currently the VP of math club, and currently taking AP Calculus BC and AP Physics C as my main math/science courses (however, I didn't pass my AP Calc. AB test last year - was my first time taking an AP test though, but I am currently doing very well in BC and Physics C - 91% and 93% current scores, respectively). Secondly, does either school even bother looking at SAT2 scores? I took those tests since I'm also applying to a couple lower-tier UCs as safeties. Thirdly, I plan to retake the SAT in December. Although I've looked on SLO's site stating that "tests taken after November may not be guaranteed to be used on the record," I just wanted to make sure if this holds true for both CPs. And finally, my parents are willing to pitch in and help, so cost is only a moderate problem at the most, but specifically for Cal Poly SLO, how many people actually get accepted for campus housing? (I live in SoCal, so the issue of housing can be a problem if I decide to go to SLO) - CPP isn't too much of a problem since it's only a 20 min. drive away, but not having a driver's license opens up the can of worms. One side of me tells me to stay here and the other tells me to leave SoCal (since I've pretty much lived here all my life and I have a desire to get out), but I just want to see the pros and cons of both schools first. I apologize if this is a bit too lengthy, heh heh, but thanks in advance for any helpful answers.