Early Yale Applicant: Chances

osu4eva
Thu, 04 Aug 2005 09:21:48 +0000

Sorry, I typed in my writing score wrong for the SAT. It was a 740, not a 760. Overall it was still 2290. The first time I took it I thought I could ace it after doing well on the PSAT without preparation but then I froze on the SAT starting with the essay and it was just downhill from there. I bought a book, did maybe 4 or so tests, and just learned the test format a little better. The SAT is quite easy to learn.

Yes, my activities are mostly concentrated in the field of zoology but I wouldn’t consider it a hook. However, how much do you think that doing a bit of scientific research and being a national essay finalist would factor into my ultimate admissions decision?

Also, is the fact that I was born in Germany help me much. And would sending a professionally recorded CD of my musical talents significantly help? (I’m no prodigy but I’m pretty good)