<p>Good evening. What do you think my chances are at Vanderbilt?</p>
<p>Caucasian
Legacy
3.23 GPA (not including significantly higher senior GPA)
2140 SAT
Applying as Philosophy Major
President of League of Young Philosophers, Senior Homilist (demonstrated strong interest in philosophy)
Strong application essay
Campus tour & Local information session (demonstrated interest)
Lots of good extra-curriculars
Thank you for your responses</p>
<p>I think your GPA is a bit low…is that your weighted GPA? You senior GPA may not be considered much for admission. The avg GPA for Vandy is a 4.0.</p>
<p>Your legacy status will give you a small consideration, but not much. GPA is very important. (see below) What are your individual SAT stats?</p>
<p>Admissions
Admissions Selectivity Rating:99
SAT:<br>
Reading Middle 50%:652 - 740<br>
Math Middle 50%:680 - 760<br>
Writing Middle 50%:650 - 730
ACT:<br>
ACT Middle 50%:30 - 33<br>
Math Middle 50%:29 - 34<br>
English Middle 50%:31 - 34<br>
Writing Middle 50%:8 - 10
Average HS GPA:4.0
Early Decision Application Deadline:11/01
Regular Application Deadline:03/01</p>
<p>Freshman Admissions Factors
Academic Criteria Importance
Rigor of Secondary School Record: Very important
Class Rank: Very important
Academic GPA: Very important
Standardized Test Scores: Very important
Application Essay: Very important
Recommendation(s): Important </p>
<p>Non-Academic Criteria Importance
Interview: Considered
Extracurricular Activities: Very important
Talent / Ability: Important
Character / Personal Qualities: Very important
First Generation: Considered
** Alumni/ AE Relation: Considered **
Geographical Residence: Considered
State Residency: Considered
Religious Affiliation / Commitment: Not Considered
Racial / Ethnic Status: Considered
Volunteer Work: Considered
Work Experience: Considered
Level of applicant’s interest: Not Considered</p>