I believe the test score bar is set a bit lower for THINK than for DYS, but there are additional factors beyond scores that are considered in a THINK applicant. Overall, it seems to me they are looking for kids who are going to be able to handle the intensive pace and college level of material, as well as the 3 weeks away from home. Not every DYS is necessarily going to be a shoo-in, though I know many THINKERS do come from the DYS program, as my son does. The program once admitted 12 year olds, and I can only speculate as to why they changed that hurdle to age 13.
Onthego, I think you were asking WOW, but I will answer your questions regarding my son. He is 13 and has flown solo before, but only a short hop without any changeover. This time, he will be changing planes, and flying 10 hours total, which does make me a bit nervous. He knows the campus already, so that gives us some peace of mind.
