Finalizing College List: Chance Me?

tkpasq
Wed, 23 Jul 2014 21:25:08 +0000

It looks like you have a good chance at all the schools except NYU and UCLA. I’ve seen very high stats for some NYU applicants but they didn’t get in. As for UCLA, you will need a higher ACT score, however, the UCLA scores each student on their grades and on their holistic review. I’ve known students who got into UCLA with a 1400 in their SAT and many were rejected with 2000 and a 4.4 gpa. (as a first time college student you will have extra points, I know the UC’s really look for that) But you will have to pay out of state tuition, which is really expensive. Is price an issue at all? If you can go anywhere, you should apply to more schools.
I didn’t see a SAT score, are you thinking on not taking the SAT? Here’s another recommendation, try to get an interview with the college admission rep for your area (esp. if it’s the person who reads your application, they can connect a face to the application) and definitely apply early action if you can. FYI - UC applications open early this year on August 1, 2014.
This gives you more time to start since you have a lot on your hands if you decide to file early. What role does your high school counselor in helping you select and apply when the time comes?
Best of luck!