Help me, an average student, choose

fRace04
Sun, 11 Apr 2010 17:30:45 +0000

Is student council president all you have going for you in terms of ECs? I say join another club (that interests you- not some random one because colleges can tell the difference) and/or get a job where you work at least 12 hrs/week. Not only does it help start saving money, but it gives you another leg up, especially with students who have more ECs but no jobs, etc. Bring your GPA up this spring and fall senior year, retake ACT and SATs.

In all honesty, I’d say you should pick 1 Ivy/top school at best. I’m sorry, but most of the schools that you listed ask for a LOT more out of their candidates. You’re very lucky to be from Michigan though, because Michigan State/U Michigan could be some great options for you, especially as IS student. Go with those, or as other people were suggesting, CC then transfer to them. Great way to save money. Also, apply for scholarships!! As many as you can. Fastweb really helps with that. Good luck!