Another Harvard Chances Thread:)

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<p>Ok so basically I want to know my chances for Harvard. Obviously its a crapshoot for anyone, and being a white guy from the North East probably doesn't help, but that's not going to keep me from applying - because the surest way to be rejected is to not apply. That being said, I just want some general feedback.</p>

<p>General Info:</p>

<p>White Male
North East
Very Competitive Private HS (does not rank/does not offer honors-only AP)
GPA: 3.8/4.4 (UW/W)
SAT I: 2280 - M(800)CR(730)W(750)
SAT II:</p>

<p>MathII(790)
Chem(780)
Bio(760)
Physics(710[took as frosh]/800[retake as soph])</p>

<p>AP:</p>

<p>PhysicsB(5 as a frosh)
PhysicsC both(5/took as a college class)
Euro(4)
APUSH(5)
World-self study(4)
Chem(5)
Bio(5)
Econ(5)
Calc AB(5)
Calc BC(5)
Statistics(5)
Spanish Language(4)
Latin Virgil(4)
Computer Sci(5)
Language and Comp(4)
AP Literature(4)</p>

<p>College Courses:I took and advanced physics course, economics, photography, and other courses at a local college-ranked top 25</p>

<p>EC's</p>

<p>Math/Science:
Founded rocketry club(10-12)
Team America Rocket Contest(9-12)
ARML(9-12)
AMC/AIME(9-12)
School Math League(9-12)</p>

<p>The Arts:
Preformed in professional operas(9-12)
Freelance Photographer - Published in local publications/pro-bono work for local non profits(Amnesty Intntl, etc...)(11/12)
Photo Editor of Art Magazine-nationally ranked/awarded(10-12) </p>

<p>Athletics:
Top Team Golf(not varsity but earned varsity letter)(9-12)
Ping Pong Team(not sure if I should put this on - it was just for fun)(10-12)
Boys Tennis(10-12)</p>

<p>Volunteer/Work Experience
Teach Summerschool classes(math and science) to city kids(summer 10-11)
Teach Golf to city kids(summer 10-11)
Out of State paid internship(summer 11-12)</p>

<p>Other:
Science Olympiad National Championship (Middle School - will write about in personal statement)</p>

<p>Thanks for all input...Mr.HS</p>

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<p>You’ll be just fine.</p>

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<p>Can I see your portfolio? I’m an avid photographer myself as well.</p>

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<p>definitely apply</p>

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<p>You really think I have an okay shot…many people have told me that my EC’s are holding me back because they are all over the board. Anyways thanks for all of the input, it is soooo helpfull. </p>

<p>James…I’d love to send you some stuff, Ill PM you when I get a chance, although I dont think you can send photos over PM.</p>

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<p>I think you have a good shot as well, its definately worth applying! YOur stats are great! good luck</p>

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<p>Love your portfolio (:</p>