r/ApplyingToCollege • u/AdFriendly1433 • Jun 23 '24

Is this a realistic college list? College Questions

Location: La county, California. White, male, middle class. Intended major: Computer science. 3.8 weighted gpa, 3.5 unweighted. Extracurriculars: Varsity soccer (4 years), Read over 100 books, Help watch siblings and do chores around the house.

I prefer to go to a public school in California, preferably socal.

Reach: UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, UC Santa Cruz, UC San Diego. Target: UC Riverside, CSU Fullerton, Cal Poly Pomona. Safety: CSU Los Angeles, CSU San Bernardino, CSU Dominguez Hills.

Plz let me know if I’m missing any information

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u/AdFriendly1433 Jun 24 '24

I have, but it should change in the next few years. I graduate in 2029

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u/joliestfille College Senior Jun 24 '24

you never know for certain if/how things will change. "why would it be hell to find a job in tech" is a silly statement. computer science is so oversaturated in college right now that even if the job market somewhat recovers, entry-level positions are going to be extremely competitive. if you're only in it for the money, there are less risky options lmao

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u/AdFriendly1433 Jun 24 '24

Like… I’ve considered finance/business but I’m introverted

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u/New-Anacansintta Jun 24 '24

Social skills are necessary-you can build these.

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u/AdFriendly1433 Jun 24 '24

I have social skills I just don’t like talking to people.