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 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>I think you have a very good shot at NYU but not so at Harvard.</p>

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<p>honestly, i dont think yuo have a chance at either. sorry
to improve… idk if its too late to raise your gpa, but you need a much higher gpa
sat scores?
for harvard, your ec’s need to be amazing… yours are just decent</p>

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<p>I think that’s a little harsh leon. with good essays and recommendations, anything can happen. the college admissions process is extremely subjective. I’m not saying you have a great shot at Harvard but hey anything can happen. And do think you could get into NYU if you put a lot of effort into your application and cross your fingers</p>

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<p>yeah it may have been a little harsh, but i think for harvard , what i said was accurate.</p>

<p>i have friends with 4.8 gpa, 2300+ sat with better sats that got rejected from harvard
im thinking with a 3.7 the chances are very very slim</p>