How to get into Princeton?

Nihilus
Sun, 04 Aug 2013 12:24:15 +0000

An A- or even a B freshman year won’t kill you, you’re fine so far, grade-wise. Take AP’s if your school has them and if you can handle them. If your school doesn’t have them you can still self-study them and take the test (this looks especially good since you’re going beyond what your school offers). Whatever extracurriculars you’re interested in, put your heart and soul into them. Become Pres or VP of French and Art club. Get Varsity in Tennis. If there is any club where you don’t feel like you’re one of the leadrs in your grade, either work to become that leader, or find a different activity (you’re still early on in high school, so you can afford to switch it up a little if necessary).

Finally, don’t fall in love with Princeton too much. College admissions to Ivies and similar universities is a crapshoot.