<p>I think you’ll be a person of interest to many schools, but first clarify what you mean by “good financial aid is a bonus.” Many of the most selective colleges only offer need based aid. If your family qualifies for it, you’ll get it. If not, you won’t. Otherwise, you could look at schools that offer merit aid, which would mean a different list. So be clear whether bonus, means you need it or just want it.</p>
<p>Second, think about how important a degree in creative writing is to you. Would an English major with a concentration in writing work for you? If so, then you’ll have lots of choices. Most colleges have published writers on their faculty either full time or visiting. Seeing who’s teaching will give you an idea of the focus of the English department.</p>
<p>Third, don’t overlook some of the small liberal arts colleges, especially those located in the midwest, south or in rural areas that aggressively recruit high achieving Asians. Women’s colleges can be good matches/safeties as well. </p>
<p>Some that I’d look at (in varying levels of selectivity) are
Low match: Smith, Skidmore, Rhodes
High Match: Grinnell, Kenyon, Carleton, Hamilton
Reach: Williams, Wesleyan, Middlebury </p>
<p>Since Williams is the one I’m the most familiar with I will note that it has both excellent math and English departments with some highly respected authors on the faculty. Double majoring is fairly common. A math loving, creative writing, badminton playing Asian female from Oregon sounds like someone they’d respond to. :)</p>
<p>You can ask your counselor to explain your rank in his/her recommendation.</p>
<p>Yes, doing math and writing independently can count as a valuable EC, but it’s up to you to communicate your level of interest and involvement in your application. You can do this with your essays and resumes. Make sure your recommenders understand to stress this as well. Some schools, especially small LACs, encourage writing samples.</p>