Honest answers

hyungiwosotha
Mon, 18 Jul 2016 15:53:20 +0000

Your GPA would be around a 3.33 if you get a 4.0 GPA this year (I’m not the greatest at math so someone correct if I’m wrong).

What I honestly would suggest is 1) explaining this in an essay when you start applying- obviously not in a very self-pitying way but maybe what you have gained in terms of self-responsibility and independence at a young age, 2) having your counselor similarly explain your situation and how it affected you academically and 3) try your hardest during your junior year to obtain a huge upward trend. While I have to be honest in saying that you could be out of the running for the Ivy League, I still think you can get into a competitive school if your junior year goes well and you are able to fully explain the situation (although don’t overdo it and make yourself seem one-dimensional). Participate in extracurriculars as well- this will show colleges that you can get involved despite your personal hardships.

I am extremely sorry for what you have been going through, and if you ever need to talk I’m here.

I hope this helped- hyungiwosotha.