Chance me, pretty please? :)

missiris
Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:16:43 +0000

Your numbers (SAT, ACT, grades) are high enough for the standards of the schools you’re thinking about.

However, your ECs might cause some trouble. Not sure about UMich, but for Northwestern, Brown, and Yale it’s a problem. I can’t really tell what your passion is by looking at your ECs; they are all good, but they lack a common theme. If you’re passionate about business, then make your ECs geared toward that. If you’re passionate about poetry, then start a poetry circle at your school. Something to show that you’re truly motivated in a certain area.

I know that everyone says you should be “well-rounded” and try to be involved in a little bit of everything. However, that will only take you so far. Schools like the Ivies are not necessarily looking for the most well-rounded applicants. They pick and choose people who are extremely dedicated in certain areas to form a whole student body that is well-rounded overall.

Just something to consider. But like I said, your stats are Ivy-caliber. Just work on the ECs and you’re definitely a strong candidate for any school you apply to. :] Best of luck!