Chances? (story with explanation, long, sorry)

hi_im_leila
Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:28:34 +0000

I honestly think you have a really good chance of getting in. Your GPA may be on the low end, but you showed an upward trend while battling adversity, which is admirable. But your ACT is in the upper part of the mid 50% range for admitted students, which is 24-29. That will certainly help.

Be sure to fill out the EC list and do the essay (write a good one; you’ve taken honors English so I presume you are an above average/strong writer). These are optional but they can be a crucial facet of the application decision to borderline applicants like you.

I think you’re either on the track to being accepted or waitlisted/deferred… should you be deferred, work SUPER HARD first semester of your senior year so that you can pull of straight A’s and show you really belong at IU. Also, be sure to apply as early as possible! They review applications on a rolling basis so it would be to your advantage to get yours in ASAP to maximize your chances.