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1. University of Texas at Austin in Austin, Texas -
Texas high school graduates ranked in the top 10 percent of their class. In accordance with Texas Education Code 51.803, students are admissible to the University as first-time freshmen if they (1) graduated in the top 10 percent of their class from an accredited Texas high school and (2) submit all required credentials by the appropriate deadline. Applicants must have graduated from high school during one of the two school years preceding the academic year for which they seek admission. Applicants who are admitted because they are in the top 10 percent of their high school class may be required to complete additional preparatory work during the summer immediately after being admitted to the University; they may also be required to remove any deficiencies in units of high school coursework before graduating from the University.
Texas high school graduates not ranked in the top 10 percent of their class and all graduates of out-of-state high schools. Applicants who are not eligible for consideration under the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.803 must have graduated from an accredited high school and must have completed the unit requirements prescribed in the section High School Preparation. Applications received by the deadline are evaluated individually.
Admission decisions are based on an assessment of the following:
Class rank
Strength of academic background, including the number of courses taken in mathematics, science, and foreign language
SAT I or ACT scores
Record of achievements, honors, and awards
Special accomplishments, work, and service both in and out of school
Essays
Special circumstances that put academic achievements into context
Recommendations (although not required)
Top 10% Graduates from Texas High Schools
In accordance with Texas Education Code §51.803, applicants are guaranteed admission to the University as first-time freshmen if they:
graduate in the top 10% of their class from an accredited Texas high school;
submit all required credentials by the appropriate deadline; and
enroll at the University within two years of high school graduation.
For top 10% automatic admission purposes, class rank must be determined and reported by your high school according to the following standards established by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board:
Class rank shall be based on standing at the end of the 11th grade, middle of the 12th grade, or at high school graduation, whichever is most recent at the application deadline.
The top 10% of a high school class shall not contain more than 10% of the total class size.
The student's rank shall be reported by the applicant's high school or school district as a specific number out of a specific number in total class size.
Class rank shall be determined by the Texas school or school district from which the student graduated or is expected to graduate.
Applicants admitted on the basis of top 10% high school class rank may be required to complete additional preparatory work before enrolling at the University. They may also be required to remove any deficiencies in required high school coursework before graduating from the University.
Due to the high volume of applications for admission to the School of Business and the College of Communication, applicants ranked in the top 10% of their Texas high school class are admitted to these two academic divisions on a competitive basis
2. Rice University in Houston, Texas -
What is Rice looking for in an applicant? As you consider applying to Rice, you should keep in mind that we are not looking for one single trait or quality; there is not a magic formula for "the kind of student who excels at Rice." Instead, we are trying to make a match between the student and the university. We need students who will not only promote Rices stimulating intellectual environment, but also our vibrant extracurricular and diverse social activities. Along these lines, we are searching for students who have demonstrated academic motivation and intellectual curiosity during their high school years.
Is there a minimum GPA or class rank that I must have?
Our admission process is a very personal one; all of our applicants are considered on an individual basis and there are no minimum requirements for testing or grades. In addition, every school district computes GPA and class rank in a different manner, so these are not accurate measures for our needs. Instead, we will carefully consider your course selection and your grades in college preparatory subjects.
What standardized tests does Rice require?
You will need to take either the SAT I or ACT, as well as three SAT II subject tests. While we have no preference between the SAT I and ACT, we do require the SAT II Writing test as one of your three subject tests.
Are there minimums for my standardized testing scores?
We do not set minimums for standardized testing scores, but our median scores are often quite high. The middle fifty percent of the entering class of 2000 scored between 1330 and 1500 on the SAT I. The midrange for the ACT composite score was 31 to 34. Due to the broad range of available subject tests offered, we do not calculate midranges for the SAT II subject tests.
May I submit supplemental materials with my application?
You certainly may augment your application with additional materials, but we ask you to be selective in what you include. Although we require only two letters of recommendation, if you feel it is absolutely necessary, you may include additional input from a teacher, school administrative official, employer, etc. You are also welcome to submit additional class work, lab work, slides, newspaper articles, etc. Please note that supplemental materials are not required, and submitted materials will not be returned.
3. Texas A&M in College Station, Texas
Freshman Admission Criteria
Prepare Yourself Preparing for admission begins with your academics. Competitive students will take course work and achieve standardized test scores above the recommended minimums.
College Preparatory Course Work: 4 years of College Preparatory English 3.5 years of Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and at least half a credit of advanced math)
3 years of Science (two must come from Biology I, Chemistry I, Physics I) 2 years of the same foreign language Students who do not meet the minimums listed above will be at a disadvantage in the admissions process.
Present Yourself Presenting your entire high school career is extremely important. Start early and be sure to include everything we want to know all about you! 1. Your Application
Part II is very important. You are asked to document your time commitment and duration of involvement in a variety of areas. These areas include extracurricular activities, leadership positions, community service, awards, talents and work.
Be sure to include activities that are not school sponsored.
Think about all the time involved in each activity. Consider the time you spend involved in your activities, including practice, meetings, travel, etc.you might be amazed!
Information on the application should not be restated on
the résumé.
4. Letters of Recommendation
The most helpful letters come from those who know you best. The letters should provide information that sets you apart from your peers and tells us about your unique characteristics.
Please submit no more than two letters of
recommendation.
Apply Yourself
Applying to Texas A&M is as easy as 1-2-3. In order to make an admissions decision for the fall of 2003, all of these documents must be received in our office by February 1, 2003 (not postmarked). Please send us:
A completed State of Texas Common Application. Apply online at
www.applytexas.org or get a paper application from your high school counselor.
A nonrefundable $50 processing fee or fee waiver or nonrefundable $75 international application processing fee.
An official high school transcript with class rank. If your school does not rank, this must be indicated on your transcript or school profile. To be considered official, a transcript must have an original signature of a school official or an original school seal. Faxed copies are not
official and will not be accepted.
SAT or ACT scores. Either test is acceptable. We will use your highest test score from one test date. The Texas A&M University SAT code is 6003 and the ACT code is 4198.
A Permanent Resident Card. Students who are not U.S. citizens, but permanent residents, need to provide a copy of both sides of their card.
Class Rank and Standardized Test Scores:
Rank SAT SAT ACT
1 st Quarter 920 19
2 nd Quarter 1050 23
3rd and 4th Quater 1180 26
4. University of Texas at San Antonio In San Antonio, Texas -
Freshman Admission Requirements
Applying within five years of graduation: In-state applicants who graduated from an accredited Texas high school within five years of the date of first enrollment and have never attended a college or university must meet the following requirements:
High School Rank-in-class
Minimum Total SAT Score
Minimum Total ACT Score
Top 10%
No minimum required, but scores must be submitted
Top 25%
830
17
Second 25%
870
18
Third 25%
920
19
Fourth 25%
970
20
If a firstime-Fresman does not meet these criteria, the following factors may be taken into consideration to determine admission:
ˇ First-generation college student status
ˇ Financial status of applicant's school district
ˇ Extracurricular activities
ˇ Leadership
ˇ Community activities
ˇ Work Experience
ˇ Socioeconomic background
ˇ Experience in surmounting obstacles to pursue higher education
Out-of-state applicants who graduated from a high school accredited by that state's accreditation association within five years of the date of first enrollment and have never attended another college or university must be in the top half of their graduating class. Minimum SAT or ACT scores must correspond to those required of the in-state applicants in the first or second 25% of their class.
5. South Western Texas State in San Marcos, Texas -
The grid below reflects SWT's admission requirements for freshman applicants. Candidates must demonstrate eligibility by means of high school rank (i.e. grade point average), ACT or SAT scores, the admission essay, and co-curricular involvement. For students who have completed fewer than 30 hours of transferable college credit, SWT requires the high school as well as college transcripts. See freshman-transfer requirements below.
Class Rank and SAT/ACT Scores
Top 10% no minimum
1st Quarter 920/20
2nd Quarter 1010/22
3rd Quarter 1180/26
4th Quarter 1270/29
