im having an existential crisis and i need some confirmation

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<p>some of my top colleges choices include NYU and Columbia (that is my reach, <em>maybe they’ll give e a shot</em> school)</p>

<p>i would like to know if i should even bother, i meant the worst thing that could happen is i get a no. </p>

<p>i honestly screwed up my junior year (i graduate in 2015).
i had a real mental crisis, i have to go to therapy and might get prescribed meds. because im suffering from depression and stress
i didnt do well on my regents and AP tests.
i already took 2 SAT’s and cant get past a 1700
Reading
620
Math
540
Writing
530
im going to take my ACT and another SAT in the fall
im in the top 10%</p>

<p>i attend the second worst public school on long island, 122 out of 123.
i am also black, a girl, and wear lasses </p>

<p>here is my resume:</p>

<p>Education
Expected Graduation Date: June 2015<br>
G.P.A. 3.6
Honors and AP Student
AP Global History
AP United States History
AP Art History
AP English Language & Composition
AP English Literature
AP Environmental Science
AP Psychology
AP Macroeconomics
Work & Volunteer Experience
Summer 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Volunteer Counselor in Training at (HHCA) (45 hrs/wk)
 Keep head counts, make sure children are safe and accounted for at all times, lead group activities, organize games and sports, distribute and supervise lunch, mediate arguments, socialize with the children
 September – October 2011, 2013
 Volunteer Academic Tutor at HHCA
 Help children with homework, clarify concepts and answer questions, supervise educational computer activity, distribute snacks
 Academic Achievements
 National Junior Honor Society Member
 Principles Academic Honor Roll
 Hempstead High School annual Spelling Bee Winner
 Extra-Curricular Activities
 Science and Technology Entry Program at Hofstra University (STEP) (2009-2014)
 STEP Saturday Scholars Academy at Hofstra University(2009-2014)
 STEP Research Program at Hofstra University (2013)
 Hofstra University annual STEP Academic Bowl (2nd place, 2012) (1st Place, 2014)
 Nassau County Law Enforcement Exploring Program (2012)
 Musicality
 Violin (6 years, advanced)
 Cello (beginner)
 Ukulele
 KeKe Ukulele Not for Profit Teaching Program Instructor
 MYSSMA participant
 Tri-M Music Honor Society Member
 Varsity Swim Team Captain and MVP (2013)
 Project Guard: Make A Splash End Needless Drowning NY (Lifeguard Training Program) (2013)
 Swimming Club Founder at Hempstead High School (2014)
 Chess Club member
 Keeping Kids in School and Out Of Court Summit at Hofstra University (2014)
 Cold Spring Harbor DNA Lab: The Human Genome Project Workshop (2012)
 Relay for Life Cancer Society Walk participant
 Student aide in High School Guidance Office, Media Center and Library (2013, 2014)
 Blood Donor
 Future Doctors Of America Club
 Licenses & Certifications in
 CPR
 First Aid
 AED
:smiley: </p>

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<p>Well, you will probably not be admitted to NYU and definitely not Columbia, but like you said, it can’t hurt to try if it’s truly your dream schools. Maybe look at the CUNYs if you’re interested in NYC?</p>