How can I increase my chances?

shay33
Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:35:49 +0000

Wow, you’re motivated. : )
You should maybe try getting some leadership positions? Not for the sake of obtaining leadership, obviously, but a leadership position will show Barnard that you have responsibility and independence and drive. I don’t remember the number, but at the spring open campus, a dean was reading out stats for the 2015 class, and she said that ___ (a high number) of us were editors-in-chief of our school newspaper or yearbook. Everyone chuckled at that.
I think every college looks at quality rather than quantity, and your schedule looks good so far! I don’t think I had too many extra currics. Personally, (it sounds corny but) I think the best thing to do is to find something or a few things you love and do them well.
and obviously, maintain your stellar grades!