hs freshman -- chance of ivy/ivy-type admission based on stats so far?

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Hi,

I’m a high school freshman wondering where I’m at right now in terms of stats and college admission chances. Would be great to get feedback on areas to improve over the next three years. Thanks!

uw gpa: 4.0
w gpa: 4.3
rank: unknown
current course load: ap human geography, honors physics, honors mandarin I, honors english II, honors geometry, honors argumentative literature
school: highly selective public

awards: debate awards, history/science fair, 3rd place in constitutional law contest

extracurriculars: orchestra, varsity debate, girls who code, high school democrats of america, president/founder of school’s njhs chapter

summer activities: uchicago collegiate scholars (selective 3-yr college enrichment program over summer), worldchicago youth diplomats (selective international relations enrichment program), trig course for credit, working at family business

volunteer service: volunteering at local non-profit aimed at aiding refugee/immigrant families, judging middle school debate tournaments

ethnicity + income bracket: white/asian, 70k

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obviously good start, and since you’re asking early, just pace yourself. you’re in the ORM bracket, so shoot for high scores (2300+ or 35+) and really find something your passionate about outside of school

also read cal newport’s book about getting into a top college. it’s called “how to be a high school superstar” or something

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It is way too early to tell. From what I see right now, you’re doing well. It’s going to get a lot harder in the upcoming grades, so enjoy freshman year while it lasts :slight_smile: Good luck