Can a great application essay make up for some shortcomings in my application?

<p>I’m not sure what you mean by ‘the Ivies’, but if there is a significant shortcoming in your application, the answer is probably not. There are many other universities in the States. You should do more research and assemble a college list that reflects that.</p>

<p>Since your grades are good, I assume your weakness are your test scores?</p>