Do I even have a chance or should I change plans?

[Avril1938]

Im a currently a junior and I got my PSAT scores back today and they were lower then expected (1100). I have a 4.02 weighted and a 3.5 unweighted GPA. I am SGA Treasure, varsity track and cross country. I did 3 seasons of track and 2 of cross country. 50 hours of volunteer work. When I graduate high school I will have a associates in applied science (Electronics Engineering), A stipulation of that is that I would have to do an extra year of high school If I have an associates degree will it make my chances of getting in higher. Im also a hispanic female from a rural district does that make my chance any better or should I try and get an ROTC scholarship instead?

 

[5Day]

You will never know until you apply. Have a backup plan, as everyone should, and ROTC is a great option. I would apply to colleges your senior year, and use the associates degree as one of your backup plan options.

 

[Padre101]

Im a currently a junior and I got my PSAT scores back today and they were lower then expected (1100). I have a 4.02 weighted and a 3.5 unweighted GPA. I am SGA Treasure, varsity track and cross country. I did 3 seasons of track and 2 of cross country. 50 hours of volunteer work. When I graduate high school I will have a associates in applied science (Electronics Engineering), A stipulation of that is that I would have to do an extra year of high school If I have an associates degree will it make my chances of getting in higher. Im also a hispanic female from a rural district does that make my chance any better or should I try and get an ROTC scholarship instead?

Why change plans when you just got started????

First off, PSATs are NOT officially used for the application/appointment process. You can use them for your SLE application, but otherwise they are irrelevant.

Second, you have time to study and practice the SATs or ACTs. Perhaps try the ACTs. Don't give up yet.

 

[AROTC-dad]

+1 5day and Padre.

You haven't even yet begun to fight here! The associates degree in EE makes you stand out as being different! Anything that gets the admissons folks talking about you in a positive way is good! Being female and an underrepresented minority may be a help too.

Definitely have a plan B!

About two years ago, my DS started the process toward USMA and USNA while he was nominated to USNA, he did not receive an appointment. Thank goodness for Plan B! He did earn an Army Scholarship at a regional university and is looking forward to commissioning as an Army officer in 2019.

 

[EOD/SEALmom]

When I graduate high school I will have a associates in applied science (Electronics Engineering), A stipulation of that is that I would have to do an extra year of high school If I have an associates degree will it make my chances of getting in higher?

An extra year of high school? Even if you get an associates degree with your high school diploma, I am not sure that extra year of high school would be looked upon favorably.

Does anyone have some knowledge about taking five years to complete high school in order to earn an associates degree?

 

[5Day]

I agree that a year of college would be much more attractive than a 5th year of high school

 

[NYScout]

Perseverance and motivation are essential. Push to get in if it is your goal. West Point wants students who are driven to succeed and will continue to work for their goals. Don't give up at one trial.

 

[RedDragon]

Im a currently a junior and I got my PSAT scores back today and they were lower then expected (1100). I have a 4.02 weighted and a 3.5 unweighted GPA. I am SGA Treasure, varsity track and cross country. I did 3 seasons of track and 2 of cross country. 50 hours of volunteer work. When I graduate high school I will have a associates in applied science (Electronics Engineering), A stipulation of that is that I would have to do an extra year of high school If I have an associates degree will it make my chances of getting in higher. Im also a hispanic female from a rural district does that make my chance any better or should I try and get an ROTC scholarship instead?

Don't give up b/c of low test scores. DS2 started with really low ACT scores on his first try and took it a number of times and he is at USMA..DS 1 Started with even lower ACT scores(we are talking very low) and he is at USAFA. They both knew what they wanted and practiced and eventually persevered.

 

[HardWorker]

Don't give up b/c of low test scores. DS2 started with really low ACT scores on his first try and took it a number of times and he is at USMA..DS 1 Started with even lower ACT scores(we are talking very low) and he is at USAFA. They both knew what they wanted and practiced and eventually persevered.

What's low in your case?

 

[bpu]

One son has PSAT similar to yours, ended up with an 800 Math SAT. Daughter had even lower PSAT scores and ended up with a 30 ACT. Work hard and they will come up.

 

[brovol]

Im a currently a junior and I got my PSAT scores back today and they were lower then expected (1100). I have a 4.02 weighted and a 3.5 unweighted GPA. I am SGA Treasure, varsity track and cross country. I did 3 seasons of track and 2 of cross country. 50 hours of volunteer work. When I graduate high school I will have a associates in applied science (Electronics Engineering), A stipulation of that is that I would have to do an extra year of high school If I have an associates degree will it make my chances of getting in higher. Im also a hispanic female from a rural district does that make my chance any better or should I try and get an ROTC scholarship instead?

Your resume looks quite good. You are just missing ACT/SAT. Work hard at preparing for the ACT, and then take it as many times as you can. superscoring is your friend. Your score will improve if you take the test frequently.

No matter what, apply for ROTC scholarship. Earn as many options as you can, and even if you get an academy appointment you may end up choosing ROTC, as it is a great option. My son had option of attending three academies and ROTC, and ROTC might have been the hardest one to pass on as he went with West Point. work on everything, and stay motivated.