Redeeming the GPA-dashed hopes

Chance Me / Match Me
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<p>Hi. I graduated in May of 2012 with 3.11 GPA. Poor, I know. My highest SAT score was a 2010, scoring in the 99th percentile in both Reading and Writing. I also scored an 11 out of 12 on the graded essay. I have an extensive history with extracurricular activities and Student Government and have received glowing letters of recommendation from several members of my high school’s faculty. I am desperate to get out of my state, and am looking to study for a degree in English paired with a degree in either Religion Studies or Psychology. My question, are there any Universities (either on the East Coast or in the Midwest) with a strong extracurricular presence, that are liberal (politically), and near a large city that will take me? I am currently considering applying to the University of Chicago and Furman University (North Carolina).</p>

<p>Thank you very much for your help and consideration,</p>

<p>-C</p>

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<p>U Chicago is perhaps a poor choice…</p>

<p>You have a great shot at Furman, though.</p>

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<p>Your stats are extremely low for University of Chicago, but they value the essay much more then most colleges, if your essay is amazing you will have a shot, though it will still be a high reach. Sorry I can’t speak to Furman.</p>

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<p>Agree with Cartia, Furman and if I may add Vanderbilt, I know SAT 1 might be a problem.</p>