<p>If you really study Stanford’s own website, you’ll get plenty of hints at what sort of kids they like enough to take a longer chance on. It’s more than very passionate about one sort of activity. Balance matters. Their first question is not, does this kid realllly want to go here? It’s can this kid manage our programs and standards? The high gpa with low ACT can suggest the hs isn’t rigorous. With the hordes of super-qualified, they then can cherry pick the kids who best seem to be their type. The favor you can do for your D is to help her id safeties where she can study poli sci and public policy- and do well- and have time to stay active in political work.</p>