Can I get in?

<p>User Name: Tom5933
Gender: M
Location: New York
College Class Year: 2012
High School: Public
High School Type: sends many grads to top schools
Will apply for financial aid: Yes</p>

<p>Academics:</p>

<p>GPA - Unweighted: 3.65
GPA - Weighted: 0.00
Class Size: 130</p>

<p>Scores:</p>

<p>SAT I Math: 770
SAT I Critical Reading: 670
SAT I Writing: 640
SAT II Biology - E: 680</p>

<p>Extracurriculars:</p>

<p>Significant Extracurriculars: Italian Club
Tech Crew for School Play
Leadership positions: Captain of Varsity Football Team
Athletic Status - list sport and your level: Varsity Football
Volunteer/Service Work: Over 120 hours</p>

<p>Any chance of getting in?</p>

<p>You look like a shoo-in. Show lots of interest and you shouldn't have any problem! Depending on who else applies, you may also be in the running for a scholarship. :)</p>

<p>Sounds good to me :) I went and visited and they said that they like it when applying students come to visit and that it gives them a little advantage so hopefully I'll be accepted.</p>

<p>Just don't slack off; keep your grades up! Upward trends in grades is what they're looking for. Gettysburg is SAT/ACT optional, but with your scores, I'd submit them (they're required for a scholarship). Write some great essays (don't be afraid to get advice; make sure they're grammatically correct!). Don't quit any of your ECs. Do you work? They like to see some work experience. Stay out of trouble, and you should be fine.</p>

<p>Yea I've worked for the last 3 summers.</p>

<p>Heck yes, you're in, and I would possibly expect a Dean's Scholarship. I received one when I applied, and let me tell you, it seriously helps with the tuition!</p>

<p>That would be amazing. Can't wait apply in a few weeks and see what happens.</p>