<p>So are you saying that I have a higher chance of being matched?
Stanford is my first choice because it has the best balance of academics and athletics for me. I am not a recruited athlete because I want to work more on my skills and I have talked to a coach. And yes, my stats are “realistic”.
Why would you consider Stanford a reach for every applicant?</p>
<p>My options have been expanded and due to Stanford being my 1st choice, I want to assure that I have the best chances of getting in. My sights are not only set on Stanford, I have considered many other schools. I will be disappointed if I don’t get into Stanford, but it will not be the end of the world for me.</p>