<p>Son will at least be commended NM, but not sure whether he’ll be SF or Finalist (he’s on the “bubble”). Old GC says that if he has GREAT 7th semester (1st semester of senior year), it should really boost his rank & his chances at more selective schools. If he can stay healthy, he CAN do it (academically, he’s great) & we’re keeping our fingers crossed.</p>
<p>A friend’s son from same HS boosted his GPA from 3.5 (middle rank) to 3.8 & got into UChicago, his 1st choice. Other friend’s son from same HS with 3.8 & “middle rank” is at UCSB, playing water polo (his 1st choice).</p>
<p>Will definitely try to get son to get great grades & raise rank. Thanks for your thoughts. I do trust the old GC, since he has the years of experience. Also like the new GC–very encouraging & positive.</p>