Am I Holistically Good Enough for IMSA (Illinois Math and Science Academy)?

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I need to know if what I am doing is enough. I only have a few months before I need to submit an application. I am attempting to get into IMSA as an 8th grader. I know I have 1/10 chances of getting in.

I have not officially taken the SAT but the highest I have gotten on a practice test is
Math: 720
Reading:640
I am currently practicing for better.

I am in math club, 3 years in a row as a selected Service Learning Leader (school program), Scholastic Bowl, Lighting Crew/ Theater Tech, Science Olympiad, Band (First Clarinet), Yearbook Committee, Basketball Team, First Robotics Team, I volunteer, and I am currently pursuing studies in Carnatic/ Indian Music at Home.

I have attended
SIT Conference (3 locations in State)
Makerfaire (Throughout State)
Leadership Conference in Skokie

I have reached the level of cadets in girl scouts and then discontinued
I have participated in chess club up till recently.

My math and English teachers like me. My science teacher likes me but I need to work on some skills. I answer a lot of question in class.

I have won a few awards. Few as in 3-4.

I have a few months to work on things that could potentially increase my chances. Please, science is my dream. Help me out and tell me where I stand and what I need to improve to get in. Thanks!

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I forgot to mention that I am an Indian Girl from Chicagoland. My hobbies include singing, swimming, reading, playing chess, cutting down invasive species, and researching the most random but interesting things. I am going to Algebra 2 next year. I have participated in several competitions without winning much. Once again, Thanks!

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um idk actually im trying to do the same as you but i am nervous as crap because this is my only chance at life and if i fail i will live as a homeless person begging for money

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Wow! That’s harsh. Anyhoo, I just got my scores back

Math:790
Reading and Writing: 660

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Great scores, @Shambhu2784, congratulations. If you are under 13, you might as well register for SET through CTY. It doesn’t costs much (about $40 if I recall correctly), and you can meet many other bright students through the get togethers that SET sponsors. Even if you are a few months over 13, you should still be eligible I think. Good luck on your application to IMSA!

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Thanks! I am currently checking SET out. I’ve never heard of it.