<p>cm,</p>
<p>There are no stats on Hispanics, perfect scoring or otherwise, and admissions. But you can be assured that the number of Hispanic perfect scorers is very small, so this will make him stand out.</p>
<p>Here are my thoughts on non-disadvantaged, high achieving Hispanics:</p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/hispanic-students/931488-ivy-league-admissions-nhrps.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/hispanic-students/931488-ivy-league-admissions-nhrps.html</a></p>
<p>From what you’ve described, the parts that might keep him back from the most selective schools would be his ECs and essays. There’s nothing he can do about the ECs at this point in time, but there’s no reason his essays should be average and not great. Remember, essays should give the adcoms some insight into how the applicant thinks and views the world, they don’t have to be about great accomplishments or big ideas. As a matter of fact, some of the best are about small, everyday things in life, but written in an evocative, interesting way that gives insight into what the candidate will bring to the school.</p>
<p>Here’s my take home message to your friend: As a high gpa, high scoring Hispanic, there’s absolutely no reason why he shouldn’t apply to one or more of HYPS as reaches. However, this is based on the the understanding that he has a solid list of 1-2 admissions & financial safeties and a few matches, all of which he would be happy to attend.</p>
<p>BTW, unless you’re on the “What are my Chances” forum, “chances” questions will often be met with a negative response. Better to ask if a school is a reasonable one to be on a college list given the candidate’s circumstances.</p>