Do I have a shot for ED?

Nocreativity1
Sat, 20 Jul 2019 23:15:02 +0000

I would read and watch this…

https://www.forbes.com/sites/troyonink/2014/12/19/dukes-dean-of-admissions-who-gets-into-top-colleges-and-what-makes-the-difference/#1a8685983034

My son was accepted two cycles back and we attended accepted students day. The Dean was very clear that it all starts with a pre screen on grades and then test scores before candidates are compared in relative holistic terms. He estimated about 50% of kids are eliminated before this second review. I believe he echos this approach in the video (haven’t watched in a long time). Unfortunately your GPA looks a bit weak and not sure if the extenuating circumstances will carry the day but if so your ECs look great (consistent with kids at schools such as Duke).

FYI my kid opted to go elsewhere but was extremely impressed with Duke. Great school! Good luck.