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Diego Morales

Grade 12 · Architecture · TX

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Portfolio read

Strong

2 High 1 Medium 0 Low

GPA

3.74

SAT

1380

Target major

Architecture

Schools analyzed

Activities

Days to RD

174 days

Schools

verdict · committee confidence · drill in

Medium Rice UniversityArchitecture Low confidence Analysis →

High The University of Texas at AustinArchitecture High confidence Analysis →

High Texas A&M University-College StationArchitecture Medium confidence Analysis →

Priority actions

ROI-ranked · what moves the needle now

Strengthen and clearly document your architecture portfolio — include technical drawings, site plans, process sketches, models, and detailed explanation of how the pavilion was designed and engineered.

⭐ Wanted by 2 schools 🎯 Rice University, Texas A&M University-College Station ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 Before the October 15 priority deadline

Expand the portfolio with one additional rigorous architecture project that shows process (site research, sketches, models, plans/sections, iterations) rather than only finished artwork.

🎯 The University of Texas at Austin ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 Before UT priority deadline

Enter at least one recognized architecture or design competition (AIA student competitions, local design challenges, architecture summer institute showcases)

🎯 Rice University ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 Within the next 3–6 months

Clearly list math, physics, and any technical coursework (or planned senior-year courses) plus any exposure to design software like SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, or Revit.

🎯 The University of Texas at Austin ⚙ Low effort 🕒 Immediately when preparing the activities/course section

Use the UT essay to connect the pavilion project to Texas community design — explain how UT’s School of Architecture, Austin’s design-build culture, or community impact studios would expand that work.

🎯 The University of Texas at Austin ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 During essay drafting before submission

A 3.74 GPA signals consistent academic performance over time rather than a single test result.
SAT 1380 indicates the applicant is academically capable of handling college-level work.
Applying to architecture allows differentiation through creative thinking, portfolio work, and essays rather than relying solely on numbers.
Initiative shown by completing AP Studio Art as an independent study when the school lacked a teacher or formal course.

Academic metrics (3.74 GPA, 1380 SAT) are viewed as middle-range in the pool and do not immediately distinguish the applicant.
Unclear academic rigor; the committee specifically notes the need to see challenging coursework such as advanced math or physics for architecture preparation.
No confirmed evidence of design engagement or a portfolio, which leaves uncertainty about genuine architectural interest and readiness.
Limited visibility into class rank, GPA weighting, or broader academic context, which makes it harder to benchmark the 3.74 GPA against peers.