Thanks very much for your suggestions! I guess I’m not applying to a lot of other schools because I really like UMass and could definitely see myself there. Still, your right. I’ll take a look at some less selective LACs and see if I can write some essays in time for the deadlines!
As for myself in 10 years, I can definitely see myself doing grad school for econ. But also could see myself getting a BA and then just going straight to teaching at a middle/high school. Or maybe even doing consulting. Not entirely sure and I probably won’t feel the same way in 3 years time! I more picked my majors based off what I enjoy studying (like what I read in my free time and what I love doing in school) and how I want to spend my college years doing (while still setting myself up with decent job prospects).
And yes my reaches are very high. My school’s counselor really encouraged me to find some schools I really loved that they think I could get into (UMass, Brandeis and Northeastern) and then to reach for the stars with the rest of my apps. I like this plan as I know I’ll be happy at any of the places on my list!
Thanks so much for the compliments they made me feel happy!