In my opinion, nothing. For her, it was full acceptance or nothing. I think she's wrong about that, but I can't seem to win that argument. Either way the fact she doesn't have a definitive answer on either Blinn Team or full acceptance by this point when so many other universities have accepted her is insane.
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Aggiemundo said:
At this point my daughter is going to either be a Buckeye, a Bear (who threw money at her on day one), or a horn. She felt insulted by the Team Blinn thing and now the ridiculously long wait for if that's even going to happen. 10.1% in her class at one of the top 5A high schools in the state, all State French Horn player, leader, amazing personality, and an Aggie legacy. 18 years of brainwashing, gone due to what I call mismanagement.
She's going to build a great legacy for another school, and for me that sucks, but I couldn't be prouder of her. Our institution needs major change.
My daughter has decided to go to UT because she's not heard back from A&M and it is a great school. A&M is the only school she's applied to that she hasn't heard back from and she's wants to be done with the process. For the life of me, I can't understand why A&M is taking so long and I've heard that from a lot of great students. So me and my Aggie wife will now have to watch her wear burnt orange.
If you say you hate the state of politics in this nation and you don't get involved in it, you obviously don't hate the state of politics in this nation.
It's not so bad. My son is a freshman at t.u. My wife is a longhorn and he grew up in Austin, so it's been difficult to indoctrinate him properly.
I've discovered that it's actually possible to support both schools, although I'll always root for the Aggies when they play each other.
Tons of great students would kill to get an acceptance letter from t.u., so you should be proud.
I've discovered that it's actually possible to support both schools, although I'll always root for the Aggies when they play each other.
Tons of great students would kill to get an acceptance letter from t.u., so you should be proud.
Admissions seems to be the worst run department at A&M.
BrazosDog02 said:
Ags that have children getting accepted into the Blinn TEAM program… I've read the previous posts but just wondering if there are more thoughts?… How do you feel about it? Are your kids jumping on the opportunity to be an Aggie? Are they considering other options where they might have a better situation or at least the degree plan of their choice right off the bat?
For those that have kids that have gone through it, were they actually able to get into their first choice major at A&M after 1-2 years?
The thing about Blinn TEAM is a lot of kids get it and feel slighted and don't take it and that's a mistake for many. It's actually a better route for most kids. Smaller classes. Cheaper. Really no downside as you can do everything a regular student can. Still the perception is there as kids are getting in elsewhere and often getting money and lots of attention. A&M not so much. They talk to their friends and it feels like a letdown to "feel" like you are going to a JUCO even though you really aren't. It's a really good program but it's a tough sell for a lot of kids.
FWIW I know multiple kids that were on the edge between Blinn and regular admit and got regular and wished they had Blinn. The appeal of going to those Freshman classes with 400 people and a bunch of kids in that group who were top students in HS that already took that class but are now taking it again for an easy A that blows the curve wears off fast. They realize it really isn't that big of a deal if you are Blinn or not and that the transition is easier for a lot of those Blinn kids.
The hardest thing for kids going through the process at this point as Seniors in HS is to keep focused on the long term and not the short term. It's really hard to see how after graduation most of the stuff they think matters is gone and that the importance of where you start is trivial than what you do, where you finish, and the trajectory you are on. They often are thinking that getting in to A&M (or wherever is their "dream") is the destination when it is really just a new beginning. It's so hard for a 17/18 year old to see that and I would encourage parents to do their best to help them to see that big picture. I hate the advisors that tell parents to step back and just let your kids figure the process out, I think the intent is good but it often ends poorly. Do your own research. Give advice. Don't be overbearing and always be encouraging but help to guide them. If not they will end up making choices based on where their friends go or who has the cooler rec center.
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Well said Ag 93.
Both my sons accepted to Blinn Team, one decided to go to Tennessee and the other likely headed to out of state as well. It's more of a pride thing in the short term; these kids have worked really hard and don't want to settle for the side door option regardless of the long-term value. Blinn Team is amazing, easier, cheaper with all the attributes of full admittance and great for those whose A&M is their dream school. All that being said, most of these kids have multiple offers from great schools as other options and financial support given from most everyone else. So many good schools to choose from, let the kids figure it out, visit as many campuses as possible and good luck to you all.
Both my sons accepted to Blinn Team, one decided to go to Tennessee and the other likely headed to out of state as well. It's more of a pride thing in the short term; these kids have worked really hard and don't want to settle for the side door option regardless of the long-term value. Blinn Team is amazing, easier, cheaper with all the attributes of full admittance and great for those whose A&M is their dream school. All that being said, most of these kids have multiple offers from great schools as other options and financial support given from most everyone else. So many good schools to choose from, let the kids figure it out, visit as many campuses as possible and good luck to you all.
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Same here, we are still in limbo with A&M but our child has multiple OOS offers with scholarship money from months ago. It is a real shame because she would love to be an Aggie and yet these other places are rolling out the red carpet for her based on the same data. Makes you question everything.
Would I turn back the clock and fight her Tiger mom style so she got straight As and top 10%? No, I love the person she is and am proud of what she has accomplished. If that means no A&M, okay. But I'm still sad.
Would I turn back the clock and fight her Tiger mom style so she got straight As and top 10%? No, I love the person she is and am proud of what she has accomplished. If that means no A&M, okay. But I'm still sad.
mg5375 said:
Well said Ag 93.
Both my sons accepted to Blinn Team, one decided to go to Tennessee and the other likely headed to out of state as well. It's more of a pride thing in the short term; these kids have worked really hard and don't want to settle for the side door option regardless of the long-term value. Blinn Team is amazing, easier, cheaper with all the attributes of full admittance and great for those whose A&M is their dream school. All that being said, most of these kids have multiple offers from great schools as other options and financial support given from most everyone else. So many good schools to choose from, let the kids figure it out, visit as many campuses as possible and good luck to you all.
I'm sure your sons will do well. A&M is great but in the end there are plenty of great schools out there and it really is about what you do with it.
This is the really stressful time and I feel for the kids and parents. I just hate hearing kids turn down A&M because they got Blinn Team and felt snubbed and so they go elsewhere because of pride or the sales job other schools might put on. If they choose to go elsewhere because it really fits them better or the opportunity is better that's great but Blinn Team is an A&M admit in all the ways that matter and for most kids that are on the edge of acceptance it's going to be better.
"The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help."
Ronald Reagan
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Thanks so much for your reply. Our daughter was not thrilled with the Blinn TEAM acceptance at first, but is considering it. She is mostly just concerned about the likelihood of getting into her 1st choice major after 1-2 years, since it says online that having the required GPA isn't a guarantee. Does anyone have experience with this? Or know what the chances are if her 1st choice is probably one of the most desired in her college?
Also, we keep hearing that TAMU isn't like it used to be. We know it's bigger, but does it really feel different from a student's perspective?
Also, we keep hearing that TAMU isn't like it used to be. We know it's bigger, but does it really feel different from a student's perspective?
BrazosDog02 said:
Thanks so much for your reply. Our daughter was not thrilled with the Blinn TEAM acceptance at first, but is considering it. She is mostly just concerned about the likelihood of getting into her 1st choice major after 1-2 years, since it says online that having the required GPA isn't a guarantee. Does anyone have experience with this? Or know what the chances are if her 1st choice is probably one of the most desired in her college?
Also, we keep hearing that TAMU isn't like it used to be. We know it's bigger, but does it really feel different from a student's perspective?
Assume she is Engineering? What flavor does she want?
"The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help."
Ronald Reagan
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So not engineering, just hearing that agribusiness has become the hardest path to get into within the college of AgriLife since a lot of potential Mays students are using it as a starting point.
BrazosDog02 said:
Also, we keep hearing that TAMU isn't like it used to be. We know it's bigger, but does it really feel different from a student's perspective?
"Different" can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. Sure, it's different from when I was there in the 90's, but my son is a junior now and is having his own lived experience. But I think there's enough familiarity between the decades that there will always be a core commonality in there somewhere. I don't see my son doing anything radically different than any of the other thousands of students over the years (including me). They find their friends, they get involved, have bad classes, have good classes, take their hat off in the MSC, go to Silver Taps, have house parties, gripe about traffic, and ultimately figure out how to navigate life on their own. I want my kids to do better than I did, and don't think that's changed either. The university is gigantic and is trying to position itself as a premier institution. You find your people, you find your interests, and you hopefully find a chosen profession. And a school like A&M can offer that to thousands of kids wherever they are in life.
TLDR: from a parent of a current student, I can't say that it fundamentally feels different.
If my kid gets Blinn Team, I'll consider it a minor miracle.
If offered Team Blinn, you must balance the potential ego boost of an attractive out-of-state school against the substantial difference in cost between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Also, you must consider the alumni network in your chosen field and where you want to live after graduation. You'll have to really think whether a degree from Purdue or Florida or Clemson is worth 2X the cost of an A&M diploma, IN TEXAS. Some times you gotta swallow your ego.
Buck Turgidson said:
If offered Team Blinn, you must balance the potential ego boost of an attractive out-of-state school against the substantial difference in cost between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Also, you must consider the alumni network in your chosen field and where you want to live after graduation. You'll have to really think whether a degree from Purdue or Florida or Clemson is worth 2X the cost of an A&M diploma, IN TEXAS. Some times you gotta swallow your ego.
This is spot on. All of my kids want to live in Texas post college. I told them I dont care where they go but they need to stay in state-even if that means private.
Yes, that seems to be an often overlooked aspect of going out of state. I'd advise to make sure that area is somewhere you may very well want to stay because (1) your first job odds are likely best in those nearby cities and (2) most of your college friends are likely settling down in that area. If you want to come back to Texas, then stay in or near Texas
BoDog said:Buck Turgidson said:
If offered Team Blinn, you must balance the potential ego boost of an attractive out-of-state school against the substantial difference in cost between in-state and out-of-state tuition. Also, you must consider the alumni network in your chosen field and where you want to live after graduation. You'll have to really think whether a degree from Purdue or Florida or Clemson is worth 2X the cost of an A&M diploma, IN TEXAS. Some times you gotta swallow your ego.
This is spot on. All of my kids want to live in Texas post college. I told them I dont care where they go but they need to stay in state-even if that means private.
I guess OU and Arkansas would probably be an exception though. Probably as many or more grads in Texas than Baylor, TCU, or SMU...
Group, thanks for all the info. My HS senior and us are all in a same boat. A senior that excelled all 4 years, never less than an A w/ AP course load, a 1250 SAT and the extras - plus a solid kid all-around. And still no definitive word on anything. Competitive school and he sits just outside of 10%.
A&M is his only school choice and it's getting tough on him and us waiting.
If anything other than regular admittance, we'll all be disappointed given all his effort- but after reading the advice here, we'll just have to look closely at the Blinn Team, to open the door.
A&M is his only school choice and it's getting tough on him and us waiting.
If anything other than regular admittance, we'll all be disappointed given all his effort- but after reading the advice here, we'll just have to look closely at the Blinn Team, to open the door.
did he get an email with 3 options…..one was selecting Blinn Team?wingshoot93 said:
Group, thanks for all the info. My HS senior and us are all in a same boat. A senior that excelled all 4 years, never less than an A w/ AP course load, a 1250 SAT and the extras - plus a solid kid all-around. And still no definitive word on anything. Competitive school and he sits just outside of 10%.
A&M is his only school choice and it's getting tough on him and us waiting.
If anything other than regular admittance, we'll all be disappointed given all his effort- but after reading the advice here, we'll just have to look closely at the Blinn Team, to open the door.
wingshoot93 said:
Group, thanks for all the info. My HS senior and us are all in a same boat. A senior that excelled all 4 years, never less than an A w/ AP course load, a 1250 SAT and the extras - plus a solid kid all-around. And still no definitive word on anything. Competitive school and he sits just outside of 10%.
A&M is his only school choice and it's getting tough on him and us waiting.
If anything other than regular admittance, we'll all be disappointed given all his effort- but after reading the advice here, we'll just have to look closely at the Blinn Team, to open the door.
What major/s did he list on his application? Let us know when you hear back. My 2027 nephew has similar stats...
I post this every year, but I legitimately feel bad for kids applying these days. It's gotten so much harder to get into any decent school and there's so much pressure on them to perform… of all my UF friends, I think only one got a kid into UF. Most of the rest of them went to UCF for USF.
Which again are decent schools, nothing wrong with them. But I'm sure they feel disappointed nonetheless. When they probably had similar resumes to what their parents had back in the day.
Which again are decent schools, nothing wrong with them. But I'm sure they feel disappointed nonetheless. When they probably had similar resumes to what their parents had back in the day.
Yes, the same email with three options - we clicked Waitlist and Teams. Fingers crossed...
BoDog - we switched out of Mays first choice to AgEcon.
BoDog - we switched out of Mays first choice to AgEcon.
Sure are taking their sweet time just to tell my kid "no thanks"...ha.
When did he receive that email with the options? My son is in the same boat. Similar numbers and course load to what you posted above, Mays is selected major. We have not heard a word back yet.
Going to visit Arky next weekend as they have offered.
Going to visit Arky next weekend as they have offered.
Typically....those that select Team only have received admission in the past. Many that select both were waitlisted and didn't get Team.
Hoping it works out for your kids!
Hoping it works out for your kids!
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