The Georgia Institute of Technology

“I had competitive ACT and SAT test scoresDec 15 2009Electrical Engineering
I had competitive ACT and SAT test scores. I was also active in school(football team, scholastic teams, honor society, etc,). I also had a good GPA and was enrolled in the highest program in my school(International Baccalaureate Program). They want to see that you were involved, good test scores, high gpa, and took the highest level of course work available for your high school.
ACT: 30 SAT: 1240 Male

“I got into Tech the year before they requiredSep 23 2009Engineering Department
I got into Tech the year before they required essays. I think it was a 2 page application and a small fee. Tech didn't have much to go on when I got in (GPA, SAT, and whatever extracurriculars I listed). I'm pretty sure I got in by numbers 3.9-something high school GPA, 1410 SAT (when it was out of 1600), and I took a decent number of AP-level courses. If you show good grades in high school and that you challenged yourself with the coursework, you've given Tech a reason to believe that you'll put in the work that you need to in order to do well in the coursework at Tech.
SAT: 1410 Male

“I did the IApr 27 2009Language - French/Spanish/etc.
I did the I.B. Program and got the I.B. diploma. I had good grades, was in the top of my class, really involved, and had a great SAT score
SAT: 1350 Female

“I didn't do well on the ACT/SAT and didFeb 10 2009Architecture
I didn't do well on the ACT/SAT and did nothing my whole time in high school (I made a decent GPA in honors/AP classes but nothing special). I'm a girl so I got in. Also, if you are out-of-state and your parents have the money they will let you in. Simple for girls and out of state students, but Georgia boys have to try a little harder.

Overall it's a lot easier than you think to be accepted.
ACT: 25 SAT: 1190 Female

“Have a goodJan 02 2009Computer Science
Have a good GPA and SAT score, its mostly numbers based.
SAT: 2120 Male