Hey y'all, I'm starting to prep for the SAT and was wondering what scores I should aim for to get into Texas A&M? I'm targeting their engineering program, if that helps.
As a general rule, you'll want to aim for an SAT score that's within or above the middle 50% range of scores for Texas A&M. For the 2023 admitted student profile, the middle 50% SAT range was 1160-1380. However, since you're targeting the engineering program, it's usually more competitive, so it would be wise to aim for the higher end of this range or even exceed it.
To give yourself the best chance of admission, consider aiming for a score of 1220 or above. This will put you in a strong position among other applicants in the engineering program, where the average SAT scores tend to be higher than the overall Texas A&M average.
Remember that your SAT score is not the only factor in your application, though. Make sure you also focus on maintaining a strong GPA, taking challenging courses, getting involved in meaningful extracurricular activities, and showcasing your passion for engineering through your application essays and possibly through relevant extracurriculars as well.
Best of luck with your SAT preparation and your application to Texas A&M's engineering program!
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