<p>As negative as this is, I agree with Batllo. I had 3 major surgeries and because of it I got a few C’s sophomore year, I was basically told that my extenuating circumstances don’t matter. The Brown admissions officer said, “Well, I don’t want to discourage you from applying, but C’s are pretty bad. You should try to have other schools you truly like.” Even though she basically said I won’t get in, I’m still applying. It sucks that Ivies/top tier schools don’t understand when you can’t help poor grades. =\ </p>
<p>I don’t know what your situation is, but I’d encourage you to look at other schools. -_-</p>