Can I get into Harvard or NYU? GIVE YOUR FULL OPINION!!!

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>I know, those two schools are like total opposites, but I still love them. I was wondering whether you guys thought I could get into either/both of these schools, and whether I could get a FULL RIDE. ALSO, WHAT CAN I DO to improve my chances? Thanx.
Here are the facts on me:</p>

<p>-My gpa, by the time I apply, will be around 3.6-3.7.
-I'm looking to get about a 780 for each category on my SATS
-I'm in 4 clubs, with 1 leadership position.
-I volunteered at an English-learning school
-I volunteered at a playground-building project
-I plan on taking a sociology class in the winter at a community college
-I plan on completing a research internship on biology during the summer</p>

<p>*EXTRA INFO:
-Only one of my parents works-she makes less than $32, 000 a year
-I'm of Middle Eastern descent
-I'm first generation to go to college
-I live in Massachusetts</p>

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<p>What are your SATs/ACTs?</p>

<p>From what you’ve given us, Harvard is going to be a big reach (esp. with your GPA), though being first gen helps (also, if you do/did REALLY well on your standardized test, that will help). NYU is more reasonable. OTOH, Harvard is much better with aid than NYU.</p>