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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m not confident he’ll be accepted to MechEng programs with 3.3 uw GPA, even though from rigorous college prep school. As a 2e learner, he’s spent much effort to get B’s in non-STEM classes while breezing to A+’s in STEMs.

He’ll be first-gen college student, so he works labor jobs while his school friends land connected Summer internships and incredible learning opportunities. His teachers are very optimistic about collegiate success. i
Hoping I can find the right fit.[/quote]Your son will not have a problem getting into engineering programs, especially with As in STEM classes and completion of calculus and physics C. I recommend Clarkson and suggest looking at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), which has an excellent reputation for being supportive of students with executive functioning needs. Syracuse offers another option as a larger school with a smaller engineering program that provides good support services. For larger institutions with established support systems, consider Auburn and Arizona - your son would qualify for automatic admission to Arizona. Bucknell is also worth exploring for its excellent engineering program. While grades might be a concern for Bucknell, it's still worth investigating.

Don't be overly influenced by DCUM opinions regarding ECs, summer internships, or anything beyond grades and test scores. My child had great success with engineering school admissions recently with no engineering ECs, STEM ECs, or internships. An unweighted 3.3 GPA with As in STEM courses and strong math SAT/ACT scores should provide your son with plenty of options. Will he get into MIT? No. Will he gain admission to a terrific mechanical engineering program? Absolutely.  [/quote]

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