What Are My Chances At Penn?

BigJah
Tue, 01 Sep 2015 04:55:03 +0000

Hey Guys,

I am a Junior from a public high school. I plan on applying to Wharton Early Decision, so i wanted to know what my chances are.

My grades are solid, I’ve gotten 6 B’s in high school taking very difficult classes. The most characteristic thing about my application is that I took Calculus BC as a sophomore and I’m currently enrolled in Multivariable Calculus at Stanford Online High School. I’ve taken 7 AP’s until now (including this year) - Statistics, Psychology, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Physics C, American Language and US History. I plan to take 5 more my senior year. My GPA is around a 4.3 on a 5-point scale.

As for my extra-curriculars, I’ve been part of Science Olympiad for 6 years and math team for 3. I founded a club and am the president. I have 200 volunteer hours at a local food pantry and also worked a job as a tutor. I also spend time tutoring lower level math students in my school and have a position as a teacher’s assistant for Algebra 2 students. I also have experience working with a doctor at University of Chicago.

I’ve taken the ACT and gotten a 35. I wanted to know if I should take the SAT or any subject tests as well. So far, I think my application is shaping out well. i visited the school earlier this year. Please give any and all constructive criticism. Thanks!