UCLA/USC/Notre Dame

tocollege
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:44:00 +0000

Hi ASenior! Yes, when looking at students, admissions will consider that you have taken a very challenging course load and would look on that favorably. At USC and UCLA however (I am not familiar with Notre Dame), you will find that most of your competition has also taken a VERY rigourous course load, and many have done VERY well in them, so they will have high GPAs with similar numbers of AP and honors classes.

Still, you “always have a shot…” Sorry! But really, USC and UCLA are not out of the question, you just need to be sure to have some matches and safeties to put on your list as well. Definitely apply, 'cause USC is a great place to be! Good luck