Hong Kong University SAT score?
Hi, I'm thinking about applying to Hong Kong University for their medical program, and my SAT score's 1980, including writing. I don't do too much extracurricular activities, but of the few that I'm a part of, I'm very deeply involved. I'm in the National Art Honor Society as president, I've entered and won 1st in place for some art shows, I'm involved with the local art museum, and I do art volunteer work with NAHS. I'm also a member of the science club at school. My GPA's a 4.56, and my class rank is 7 out of 350-ish students. Stats on HKU: 1st in Hong Kong, 1st in Asia, 21st in the world. Requirements: SAT score: 1800 including writing, and minimum 2 SAT subject tests or AP credits. I'm also going to be applying as an International student from the US, but I do know Cantonese, and I was raised in HK. So how do my chances look for getting into HKU? How high of an SAT/ACT score should I aim for? I have yet to take my ACTs. I've already got the AP credit part covered.
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You're chances are pretty high I'm guessing. The minimums for all colleges aren't what you should be getting; you should always aim for score higher than ones needed to be considered. Your SAT score will look really nice, and I think the AP part will also look good. Maybe try some SAT subject tests; they're easier than AP and they look nice as well. Even though HKU might not require you to take it now you have the AP, it still supports your application. I'm not too sure about ACT, but a little above average should be good enough. Oh, just to let you know, since you're taking the Med program, it's extremely competitive and you MUST be fluent in Cantonese. You might want to start speaking it more, because one of their admission's officers told our school that during the 1st year at HKU, you'll be doing some internship at some hospitals, and most people of Hong Kong speak Cantonese, not English or Mandarin, so be sure you know your Cantonese. Maybe try the SAT again. A score of 2000 or more always looks better (like sales people liking to say $99.9 instead of $100 - the first number makes it LOOK like a big difference), but that depends on you. Otherwise, I'd say your grades are great and your chances are really big =]
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