Can I get into Bowdoin early decision?

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<p>Thanks for taking the time to look at this, guys.</p>

<p>I really really loved Bowdoin, and I know that I want to apply early decision. According to Bowdoin, I will receive my notification of admission around December 31. Should I work really hard on applications for other schools just in case I don't get in? Or, should I relax and fill out a few. Basically, I'm asking how good of a chance do I have to get into Bowdoin.</p>

<p>Here are my credentials:</p>

<p>(My high school placed number one in New Hampshire testing)
GPA: 4.25 weighted
Rank: (4/180)
Difficult classes: Advanced placement, honors, or weighted classes in the following subjects: English 9-12, science 9-12, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, French, US history</p>

<p>St.Paul's Advanced Summer Program (5 1/2 week residential program)- Biomedical Ethics/ Writing Workshop</p>

<p>Vice President of National Honor Society (2003-2004), President of National Honor Society (2004-2005), Publicity of French Club (2003-2005), Treasurer of Student Council (2003-2005), Debate Treasurer and Co-founder (2003-2005), and Curriculum Committee Council (NEASC) (2003-2004). </p>

<p>(V)Winter track (state Champions) (2000-2001), (V) Tennis Team (2000-2005) (number two singles and one doubles), (V) Cheerleading (2002-2003), </p>

<p>Awards: Wellesley College Book Award, HBHS “Interview Competition” (junior class – 1st place; 2nd place overall), Inducted into HBHS Poets Hall of Fame, French Honor Society, 10th grade Outstanding Science and English Student Award (one chosen out of graduating class), HBHS Public Speaking Contest – 1st place, Excellent Achievement in Algebra II, All proficient and advanced scores on sophomore testing</p>

<p>Leadership: Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference (HOBY), National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine (10th grade summer, 10 days)</p>

<p>Work Experience: Gymnastics Stretching Instructor, Gymnastics lock-In Supervisor, Child/care baby sitting, including special needs children (autism, double amputee)</p>

<p>Volunteering: Graduation Staff Volunteer, HBHS Tennis instructor, Red Cross Blood drive volunteer (2003-2004), Freshman orientation Moderator (2003-2004), Co-Founder of Community Service Project (Courville Nursing Home and Children’s Home) – every Sunday. French tutoring</p>

<p>OKAY, guys! I think that covers it...oh yes, Bowdoin does not require SATs. Therefore, I am not sending them...haha (nope I didn't get a 1600.)</p>

<p>What are my chances? Thanks again for looking over this!</p>

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<p>Good -- especially if you're not asking for financial aid.</p>

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<p>I'm not applying for financial aid. Thanks for your input!!! Anyone else???</p>

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<p>Wait, why does it matter if I do/don't apply for financial aid? I thought they couldn't make decisions based on that. </p>

<p>Also, I have another question:</p>

<p>After graduating from St.Paul's, I received evaluations (not reccomendations--evaluations must mention goods and bads) Anyway, my teacher noted that I was very stiff while presenting formally. Also, my intern said something along these lines, "Although Katie's leadership tends to take on a slightly impetuous tone, she seperates this intensity for academic debate from her social life with her peers."</p>

<p>Number one: I've won two speech contests. Number two: does the word impetuous mean impulsive in a negative way?</p>

<p>Should I add this eval? It says tons of great things, but I'm just afraid about those other two. </p>

<p>Thanks, guys.</p>