Chance me for McCormick School of Engineering

<p>With the decision release looming, I’m becoming pretty anxious so if anyone could shed some light on my chances, I’d appreciate it greatly!</p>

<p>GPA: 3.95W (I slacked first two years, GPA is 4.4W over Junior and Senior year)
SAT: 2160
SAT II: 690 on Math II and Physics
Course Rigor: 4 APs (Physics, Calc, Econ, Psych) and 1 Honors course (Spanish) this year
Location: NJ
Gender: Male
Race: Caucasian
High School: Terribly ranked public school
Other Notes:
-First-generation college student (hoping this makes up for sub-par grades freshman and sophomore years)
-I believe essays were strong because I have a lot of writing experience
-Intended major is Mech. Engineering</p>

<p>Varsity Football:
–Starter at Offensive Tackle and Defensive End
–2nd Team All-County
–2nd Team All-Conference
–1st Team All-Suburban Trends
–Awarded Team’s Defensive MVP</p>

<p>Varsity Lacrosse:
–Starting Defenseman since sophomore year</p>

<p>Journalism:
–NFL Featured Columnist on BleacherReport.com
–7-Time Carolina Panthers Featured Columnist of the Month
–Compiled nearly 500,000 views on articles written during three year span of writing for website
–Numerous articles were syndicated on CBSSports.com and USAToday.com</p>

<p>Volunteer Work:
–Assistant coach on youth football team for three consecutive years
–Dedicated over 15 hours per week to practices
–Obtained clearance to coach on sidelines once 17 years old
–Independently held tutoring sessions after school for Physics and Math</p>

<p>School Clubs:
–Newspaper Club: Copy Editor as a sophomore
–Physics League</p>

<p>Work:
–Automotive Shop; mechanic
–Country Club; snack bar attendant</p>

<p>Very interesting. I think you have a decent chance</p>

<p>You have a chance. No guarantees.</p>

<p>Just an update: I ended up not getting accepted. Anyone think I would have had a better chance at getting into Medill because of my previous experience/accomplishments in journalism?</p>