I understand that this is asking for a lot, but could someone please tell me my chances of getting into the following schools? I have nine and would like to “cull the herd” down to 5 or 6. I am wondering what my chances are of getting into the following schools and whether or not I will receive any merit-based money from them.
The schools:
High Tier (probably can not get in):
UPenn (Dream school)
UNC Chapel Hill
Bucknell
Gettysburg (#1- favorite)
Middle Tier (Might be able to get in):
University of Maryland
St.Mary’s College of Maryland
University of Pittsburgh
Low Tier (Think I can get in):
UMBC
James Madison University
ABOUT ME:
I am a white male who resides in maryland
GPA: 4.18 W / 3.68 UW
Class Rank: 47/263
ACT: 30 (retake in september)
SAT: 2040 (730 Math, 660 Reading, 650 Writing w/ retake in October)
Looking to major in either Biochemistry or Molecular Biology
COURSEWORK:
AP courses taken w/scores:
US Government: 4
US History: 3
Chemistry: DNP
World History: DNP
Language: 5
Statistics: 4
I am about to enter my senior year and plan to take AP: Biology, both Calcs, Physics and Human Geography
I have never gotten a C in a course- I tend to get A’s in honors courses and B’s in AP
ACTIVITIES/AWARDS
Soccer: 3 years, JV captain
Rec Basketball
NHS: Executive Board (10-12)
Class of 2016 Executive Board (10-12)
National History Honors Society (NHHS) Executive Board (11,12)
Debate Club (10-12)
Sign Language Club (9)
SGA (9,10)
RSVP (similar to SGA) (10-12)
Service Hours: 310 (I have worked at the library every summer since 6th grade)
Junior year: worked at Tetracore, a Biotech company, where I ran PCR tests on Bacillus anthracis (got lab experience)
What do you think my chances are based upon my numbers? I appreciate any feedback and constructive criticism is always welcomed. Thanks!
F.Y.I while I do not enjoy english, I see myself as a strong writer and an avid reader. Therefore, I feel confident that I can write a stellar essay for my applications.