Again

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>Now I know I've posted this before, but I have new info and I haven't really gotten a straightforward answer. Some people are saying I'm in at all, others say I barely have a shot. So....</p>

<p>Attend one of the top prep schools</p>

<p>Courses taken:
9th (this was at a public school, i didn't attend private school until 10th grade)-
Honors English
Honors Geometry
Honors French
Honors Biology
Honors History
Computer Applications
Web Design
PE
I got pretty much all A's and A+'s, with the A+'s mainly going to math and science.</p>

<p>10th-</p>

<p>My school goes on a 0-6 scale with 5-6 being honors grades. A 5 is typically equivalent to an A/A-, a 4 is around B/B+.</p>

<p>BC Calc 6/5/6
AP Chem 5/5/6
English (only one level offered) 6/5/5
Second year French 5/6/6
One term electives:
History 4
Human Nature 4
PE Pass
Compsci 6</p>

<p>Current:
AP Phys 6/6/ proj 6
Linear Algebra and Multivar Calc 6/6/ proj 6
English 4/4/ proj 4
Third Year French 5/5/ proj 5</p>

<p>One term electives:
Organic Chem 5
Introduction to Spectroscophy proj 6</p>

<p>I've also been doing an advanced Bio Research course.</p>

<p>EC's-
Cross Country
Track, lettered
Math Club
Science Club
CompSci Club
Co-President of Mock Trial Club
Chess Club</p>

<p>Awards-
Honor Roll every term
School Science Bowl Winner
2nd place team in state at National Science Bowl
Captain of top 12 team in state at National Ocean Bowl
AMC/AIME- 126.5/6
7th place on Calc at HMMT
MAML finalist, top 20
Eastern Mass ARML team
ACSL All-star team</p>

<p>Standarized Tests-</p>

<p>PSATs- 68v/80m/78w
SATs- will find out Monday, around 700v/800m/750w
SAT II's- 800 IIC and Chem
AP - 5's BC Calc and Chem</p>

<p>I can get great rec's and write great essays.</p>

<p>Schools:
MIT
Caltech
CMU
Stanford
UC Berekely
RPI
Harvey Mudd
Princeton
Olin</p>

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<p>no one?</p>

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<p>You probably have better than average chances for everywhere you're applying to, but no one is in for sure at schools like MIT, Stanford, Princeton, etc.</p>

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<p>Personally, I'm jealous (and people are probably not posting because they're just as jealous)--I don't even see why you're making this kind of thread, because even if you don't get into MIT, your all-around good grades, scores, and numerous and well-rounded ECs would be hard to deny at one of the top echelon schools. Also, the fact that your highest grades are in the maths and sciences, which also seem to be a big focus of your ECs, are a big plus, since saying you're interested in those fields gives you an edge up in modern-day America, as the nation seems to be lacking in scientists and mathmeticians. Now, go away and stop making me feel bitter.</p>

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Also, the fact that your highest grades are in the maths and sciences, which also seem to be a big focus of your ECs, are a big plus, since saying you're interested in those fields gives you an edge up in modern-day America, as the nation seems to be lacking in scientists and mathmeticians

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Funny, I thought it was bad for to be stereotypically math and science oriented if you're an Asian...</p>

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<p>Ah, I didn't know he/she(?) was Asian...</p>

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<p>not asian, middle eastern tho</p>

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<p>well, I didn't mean to imply that he/she was Asian, but my point stands :)</p>

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<p>Anyone care to give me % chances at each school?</p>

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<p>mathwiz:</p>

<p>UCB: 40% (out of state)</p>

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<p>what about the others?</p>

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<p>Mathwiz, make an appointment with college counseling. They know better than anyone here. Also, stop posting so much your second year in high school. You should be in sports and at club meetings.</p>

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<p>Just my two cents:</p>

<p>I think since you are obviously interested in the maths and sciences that you should participate in more EC's that are focused on these areas. And winning a few more math/science awards wouldn't hurt either! Good luck. :)</p>

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<p>Anyone care to give me % chances at each school?</p>

<p>This is really asking a lot of people that do not work in an admissions office. There are so many factors and a percent really does not do this thread justice!</p>

<p>That said, I am sure that you will be a very strong candidate. You have wonderful grades and scores, as well as ecs. This does not mean you will be admitted, but you will definitely be very competitive. Congratulations on your achievements. Good luck!</p>

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<p>b ump</p>