<p>im currently a sophmore at a public high school in the tri-state area. As of lately i’ve been looking at preparatory high schools in the City that i could possibly transfer to for junior to better my chances of entering an IVY league college. The two primary schools that im looking into right now is Horace Mann and Trinity. I’ve read some articles and was amazed at the statistics and percentages of how many students go on to attend IVY Leagues. I’m confident i am up for the challenge of an increased workload and the pressure that comes with attending either one of these schools, but im not sure if my extracurricular/ grades are good enough to transfer to either Horace Mann or Trinity. My grades consist of:
FRESHMAN YEAR: I took all honors and got an A and A- in english and history, but i got a B+ in bio and spanish and a B in geometry. (im extremely embarrassed w/ how i did)
SOPHOMORE YEAR: I am also taking all honors and as of now i can predict that i will end up with an A in english, A/A+ in math, A in chemistry, A- in history, and a B+ in spanish.
Extra curriculars (idk if preparatory schools require me to list these): all play production, two highly selective clubs that require interviews in order to get admitted, 100+ hrs. of community service, and 2 other clubs. And i got a 800 on my chem SAT II</p>
<p>So basically my question is if it’s even possible for a sophmore to transfer to Horace Mann or Trinity for junior year, and if so, if my grades/ EC/ etc. are what these schools are looking for.</p>
<p>Also it would be nice if an alumni from HM or Trinity or any current student could explain to me how these schools calculate GPA and how rankings work in these schools. Thank you!</p>
<p>Its interesting how i’m thinking about those same school… (Lets rate eachother?)</p>
<p>I learned from the Trinity admissions office website that you can’t get in during sophomore year onwards unless someone leaves the school. Entry would be very competitive I imagine.</p>
<p>Sometimes I find myself in the same hole as you… B+/A- grades which really could have been A+'s so I would advise that you up ure ECs.</p>
<p>Try taking AP exams in whatever you’re good at. I’m going into Algebra II but i’m planning on taking AP Calc AB exams just cuz I can handle the load. And with a month of studying you can really pull anything off (except for stuff that takes more than a month to work on) Math is my subject just like Chem is ures</p>
<p>Just the fact that you are ahead of your classes shud be a turn on because you’re obviously capable of handling work pressure. It cud be any AP(s)</p>
<p>Try also publishing work, like say your good in art, get it published in small art books and art shows, as small or underground the network is atleast it shows you are forward thinking. Music is also a great passion. Another example is freely doing a research documentary like a written piece or video on an issue or subject close to you. You want to appear like a kid that could be the next (Insert Successful Person Here). </p>
<p>Above grade level tests seem like a good idea too, study hard and take regualr SAT(s) it may seem like a lot but if you can get high scores their its an even bigger motivator. Maybe even look at Grad-School tests??? Where you’re GPA is down this will make up for.</p>
<p>Lastly, if you can afford then you could put ureself into online university. It helps you keep ahead of your classes and persue ure career in high school… The work shows ure determination.</p>
<p>Try also programs such as Boyscouts, Volunteer Firefighters and other service clubs. It can help improve your appearance.</p>
<p>this is just the academic perspective of things</p>
<p>First of all, you’re a little bit late to the process. If you’re a sophmore now, shouldn’t you have applied in September 2009? As was already stated, you can’t get in unless others leave, and that’s not guaranteed. Since most people don’t leave schools like that, you’re looking at one to five spots and you better be really outstanding to get one of those. Though Horace Mann is excellently ranked and is an amazing school, at least know what you’re getting into, because many people say that it’s extremely competetive. Trinity doesn’t seem to have the same sort of pressure. Keep that in mind when deciding, or when applying, as the competetiveness might hinder you from being accepted.</p>