<p>Its difficult to evaluate you as an applicant with so little objective data. Take the SAT and aim for 2100 and in the SAT subject tests, at least 740+ in each subject. Also what is your class rank? Is your GPA out of 4.0 scale? Where do you stand when compared with your class mates? Are your academic courses rigorous enough? </p>
<p>Your circumstances make you a very interesting candidate. However don’t make any excuses for any shortcomings on your part. Show them grit and courage; through your essays show that you are a mature individual, capable of challenging and overcoming whatever obstacles block on your way. Remember that top colleges take students of strong personality and character. Make sure you show these in your essays and make sure your teachers give you their best recommendations. </p>
<p>My condolences on your misfortunes. I hope you have recovered from them and best wishes to you!</p>