You know, OP, kids change a lot from 9th-12th grade. Mine certainly did -- 3 boys -- all had pretty lousy grades in 9th grade and all ended up at very competitive colleges. On his own, each found an activity he pursued with passion and through which he became a leader. On his own, each decided to pull up his grades and pursue a more rigorous courseload. They were all good test-takers, but DH and I pushed them to do test prep to max out on scores. I'm not saying you or your kid want to do any or all of this, but just noting that it's possible.

OP,

I know it is out of state, but consider Longwood in Virginia. A close friend went there as your son and graduated a star. He had a great experience and went on to grad school and has had a very steady career. Also, Elon College is beloved by several acquaintances who were as you describe your son.

Anonymous wrote:sounds perfect for the military. They get to do a lot of travel and are not real fussy about which college you attended.

OP here, not a bad suggestion, but not for my kid. He's got a medical issue that would disqualify him.

sounds perfect for the military. They get to do a lot of travel and are not real fussy about which college you attended.

OP, it seems that SAT scores nearing 600 open up a lot more schools that scores near 500. I have a kid at each of these scores. The 500 kid is a sophomore and the score is pre test prep. But I have a hope and prayer that practice can add 80 points or so per section.

Anonymous wrote:I say UMD too. Considering his math scores are that good, he has a chance wiht a math-related major.

OP here. The 1740 is a guess for the 3 tests, not 2. So math scores in the low 500s. Combined with not liking math I don't see this happening.

I say UMD too. Considering his math scores are that good, he has a chance wiht a math-related major.

Anonymous wrote:Jack McFarland.

You've obviously mistaken this for the private schools forum. Here on College, we're respectful and try to be helpful. Good bye.

Jack McFarland.

Yes, I agree that UMD College Park is unlikely. But consider UMBC. For the rah rah college experience definitely check out University of Delaware and Pittsburgh.

Anonymous wrote:U of MD,

Really? I thought UMD was really hard to get into?

U of Delaware, U of MD, McDaniel, Gettysburg, Denison?

Miami of Ohio. St Mary's (public, MD) has been recommended on this board more than once.

If he's interested in medium-large schools, Clemson, Auburn, U South Carolina, UNC Wilmington, Eastern Carolina, Coastal Carolina, Ohio State, are a few the move "average" (for around here) go. I'd love to hear if others have found smaller schools that have appealed to kids with this profile.

Anonymous wrote:In prison or strung out on coke.

OP, ignore this ignorant and awful jerk.