<p>I think you can still have a great college career, but you might need to let go of the idea that you are destined for a stellar college experience. I do not think you will be looked down upon when you apply to college - they will see you as someone who had a bad bout of depression and came out of it ok. </p>
<p>I assume you are heading into your junior year? This is the year that is a way to show the schools and yourself that you can handle a strong academic load, so think carefully how you want to proceed. Plan to get some AP scores. Take the SAT and at least two SATIIs. </p>
<p>Or consider holding yourself back. You had an only half successful sophomore year. Start again. This will be ok in the eyes of the colleges.</p>
<p>But, learn to be realistic. You got depressed because you were not getting to the IMO, or published in Science - well colleges are mostly filled with students that are in that same boat. </p>
<p>RSI? that is filled with kids who can get into the IMO (or at least do well in the USAMO) or have the potential to be published in journals. And, yes, they have accepted HSers - my son was accepted but chose to go to MOP instead. I know of at least one other HSer who has gone. But, ask yourself if it is a realistic goal, or will just add to your stress level? </p>
<p>You seem like a smart kid, but be sensible, figure out what you can realistically do, and then do it. Good luck.</p>