<p>Hi, I have taken numerous released ACT tests, and finally achieved my goal of 35. English: 35(missed 3) Math 35 (missed 2) Reading (missed 1) Science 36(missed none). I am no familiar with the type of questions and how to manage my time. What can I do more to get a 36? Any suggestions on books or studying habits? I don't have a lot to write for my Extra Curricular activities other than Eagle Scout and Varsity Basketball team( 4 Years), and some few clubs, so I was really hoping to push my overall application with the ACT score. SAT just wasn't the test for me, as I stayed at around 2000 every time. What do I need to do (as in extra curriculars, test score, and others) to get into Stanford or Yale? Stanford is my top hope; I love the campus and its system. Do I even have a chance with my lack of extra curricular activities? If so, what can I do to add on?</p>
<p>Well to be perfectly honest your chances of getting into Stanford are slim to none, unless you’re getting recruited for basketball. If you’re black or hispanic you probably have a chance though I guess. Asian or white not so much.</p>
<p>You should still expect to get into really good schools, just don’t bet on the Ivies. Almost everyone applying will have high test scores - what determines a rejection or acceptance at that point are things like extracurriculars, recommendations, essays etc. </p>
<p>Forget about retaking a 35 because that’s already in the top 99 percentile. The most productive thing to do would be to make sure you write an amazing essay because it’ll just look like padding if you go from being in 2 clubs to suddenly you’re in 10 clubs. Extracurriculars are typically long term.</p>
<p>Alternatively, you could legally change your name to something along the lines of “Jamal Kwame” or “Santiago Sanchez.” Your chances of admission would be significantly higher, but people will probably hate you for it. But hey, it’s just a thought.</p>
<p>Seriously, 35’s a great score (I got a 32). If you get rejected, it’ll be because of some other reason, such as lack of extra-curriculars or not-so-great essays.</p>
<p>Save yourself the money and 4 hours on a Saturday- no need to retake the ACT!</p>
<p>Don’t listen to Bubinski–you have a chance at any of those schools–and, most importantly, don’t retake the ACT.</p>
<p>Hey, I’m in a similar situation but I have a 34. Would you recommend the same advice?</p>
<p>guys…he doesn’t have a 35 ACT. he got a 35 on practice tests lol. so he’s still taking the ACT</p>
<p>So to be clear, you have gotten a 35 on practice tests, right?</p>
<p>If that is the case, there is no way to know whether or not you have a chance at Stanford. Practice test results mean nothing without having an actual score to back that up. If you do get a 35, good for you, and you may have a shot. Practice test scores are, however, usually inflated because you take them in a home setting. See what you actually get before asking for chances.</p>
<p>Haha yeah, I guess 35 on released tests don’t really mean much. My counselor told me to aim for a 34 and have a great EC. Unfortunately, at the moment, my EC isn’t the best. @PikaFruit, it depends on where you are aiming for and your EC’s. My EC is low, my I have to get a 35 to even have a chance.</p>
<p>For top schools like Stanford the vast majority of applicants have amazing test scores and GPA, yet less than 10% are admitted. Even with a 35 ACT your chances are extremely slim. Don’t get your heart set on Stanford, unless you’re a star athlete or a legacy it’s pretty much a crapshoot.</p>
<p>I dont really get this thread. It is posted in the sat and act prep forum yet has been turned into a chance me based soley on my ACT score i got on a practice test.</p>
<p>You have a chance. Apply. Dont let anyone stop you. U dont need a laundry list of activities. Just some meaningful ones. Bball is good. Four years commitment shows u will likely play in college as well.</p>
<p>I think ur asking if a 35 will admit u into Stanford. It helps. But it cant admit u. Since there are numerous other factors.</p>
<p>The only way to not get in for sure is to not apply</p>
<p>You should apply and see! But honestly unless you have done some impressive research or something I doubt you’ll get in with weak ECs.</p>