<p>Hey all. I am currently a freshman at the University of Michigan and just ended my first semester. I decided a while ago that I was going to apply to the Ross School of Business but had kind of thought that I'd be a long shot to be accepted. However, I did a lot better in my classes than I thought I would and I'm starting to get my hopes up a lot more... I figure since there are likely so many people applying that there could be a "what are my Ross chances" thread which can also incorporate advice from current Ross students on the application process and any other general commentary. </p>
<p>So in my first semester I finished with a 3.94 GPA (though that could dip slightly if it turns out I got an A- in Statistics). </p>
<p>A in Econ 101 (4 credits)
Probable A in Statistics (4 credits)
A in German 231
A- in Philosophy 180</p>
<p>Next semester I am taking Calculus, German 232, English 124, and Psych 211. Hopefully I can keep my GPA high and hovering around a 3.9, but we'll see. </p>
<p>Extra curricular wise, I have a job that involves about 10 hours of work per week. I am a member of the Sports Business Association, played two intramural sports, got involved in the election from September-November (but that involvement has subsided), and am a ranking member of a fraternity. In high school I had a different job and played three varsity sports (captained two of them), so that will also go on my application. </p>
<p>I consider myself a strong writer, but I doubt my application essays do much to really set me apart more than any other application category.</p>
<p>So with that information, what would folks consider my chances of being admitted to be? Any recommendation to bolster my app further? Things to potentially incorporate into the essay?</p>
<p>Thanks in advance, I look forward to any responses!</p>