<p>Fromen - Although you’re right that no one here can tell me my true chances, I think what the more experienced posters are saying is somewhat accurate.</p>
<p>I’m dying to get into Rice. I’ve visited the campus, I’ve worked really hard in high school. I’m an exceptional creative writer, I’ve written stories and poems since I was five. My essays will definitely be the best part of my application. Bascially, I thought that my URM status coupled with my on-par stats and good writing skills would guarantee me admission. I now realize that I was naive with that assertion. I don’t really know what to believe anymore… Haha, this whole process is just becoming more confusing by the day.</p>