<p>I go to a very highly respected private school. I have a 3.5 gpa, 1710 sat scores (620 math, 600 writing, 490 reading), good extracurriculars (1 sport every year, 3 clubs, 1 of which I am a founder/vice president).</p>
<p>You really need to bring up your reading SAT score.</p>
<p>I don’t know how much Northeastern looks at whether the school you go to is a “highly respected private” one or not. I wouldn’t count on getting a boost from your school’s name. neuchimie is right: the SAT (especially reading) is the place to focus.
As for extracurriculars, that’s a fine number as long as you are dedicated to these and show involvement and commitment, not just having your name on the rolls.</p>