Chance a degen for the top ones and the CAs

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>First, I'm new to this forum and I apologize if this comes out messy and unreadable.</p>

<p>Finished Sofia math school 4 years ago, which was decent - not sure which courses were counter APs, but a lot of math and some others.</p>

<p>GPA 5.85/6.00, dunno how that translates.</p>

<p>Haven't taken the SATs yet but will likely get 2200+ on SAT I and 3 800s on Physics,Math 2 and Biology.</p>

<p>Almost none ECs - I slacked off hard during high school and mostly played video games - I got 3rd at WCG 2004 in San Fran at StarCraft, which is no small feat, seeing as this game has millions of players, but I don't know how well they'll take it.</p>

<p>After high school I entered the best Bulgarian University majoring in Computer Science with a super high math exam score. Absolutely hated what I saw in there and proceeded to play poker for the next 4 years. Considering that a pretty good monthly salary is like 600$ in Bulgaria, I've done super good for myself and want to pay for my education. I'm somewhat known for that, especially in Bulgaria, but dunno if I can make this out to be an asset.</p>

<p>I write fairly well and generally am able to convince people of my qualities.</p>

<p>I want to major in physics in an all-around strong (and esp in science) university.</p>

<p>What are my chances for the top ones - Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, MIT?
What are my chances for the CA ones? (And which ones are best for me?)</p>

<p>Can you recommend me a good match for physics and science? </p>

<p>Thanks a lot for any replies, I'd really appreciate any feedback.</p>

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<p>I don't think you have much of a chance at any of those and especially since you haven't actually taken any tests; predictions are generally unreliable indicators. However, I can not deny that you have done some really cool stuff (being somewhat of a math/computer/poker/gaming nerd myself, I am in awe lol). Good luck to you if you decide to apply anyway!</p>

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<p>Thanks.</p>

<p>I've taken 2 timed SATs and scored ~2150 on the first one and 2200+ on the second one. The Math subject tests are ez for me and this leaves me with 2 months to study for Bio and Physics, at which I'm decent anyway and I got no job or anything else to do. :)</p>

<p>I'm gonna apply for the top ones anyway, but I'm more interested in actually finding a good match for all-around science education. </p>

<p>People are recommending me UCBerkley and Rutgers for now.</p>

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<p>so you're like 25 and taking the sats?</p>

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<p>I'm 22.</p>

<p>Ok, so I take it its a far stretch to get accepted in the Iveys even with perfect SATs? What about my chances for the UCs? If they're not high either, where should I apply to ? (probably the most important question) </p>

<p>I've been trying to find some quality information, and so far this site has been of most help. I'd really appreciate ANY feedback.</p>

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<p>If you're desperate to go to a US school try: Carnegie Mellon (you would fit right in if they accepted you, though it's a bit of a stretch), Georgia Tech, and University of Michigan. You could also give the UCs a shot if you want.</p>