What do I need to compensate?

rspence
Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:21:42 +0000

For the Ivy Leagues, GPA and SAT usually aren’t the determining factors. They admit holistically, so they look for extra-curriculars, volunteer/work experience, awards, interview, rec letters. I’d say the critical factor is “potential.”

As for the 2340, I wouldn’t retake it, mostly because it’s already a great score and it’s not really worth $50 just for a few extra points (although you do get bragging rights if you get 2400 ). You should definitely take a couple of subject tests though.