Is a 33 cutting it too close as a UPenn Legacy? I think I am qualified in my other aspects; GPA, extracurriculars, essays, recommendations.
It doesn’t matter if you think you are qualified. Admissions makes that decision whether to select you from perhaps 10 kids just like you.
You need to figure out how you stand out.
I definitely see what you mean. For me, I want to pursue a career in medicine and I think I stand out because of the vast exposure and experiences I have related to the field.
An example of this is that I’ve already learned how to perform survival surgery on rats.
You have to apply ED or the legacy doesn’t matter.
I am applying ED
I think a 33 is fine in context with other strong attributes… and it sounds like you have some interesting ECs! Good Luck!