<p>Hey guys... I'm in a unique situation and I have no idea where I stand. Heres what I have...</p>
<p>GPA: 3.2 unweighted 3.9 weighted (my school is really tough)
SAT: 740 math 730 crit reading 780 grammar total 2250 no superscore
SAT II: 800 math II, 750 literature 800 Chinese
Extracurriculars: Varsity Volleyball since sophomore year, team won division and went on to state semifinals and earned multiple medals at tournaments+ did a bunch of club teams
unpaid internship at financial company in boston
volunteered for Beijing Olympics
T.A. at sunday school camp counselor at ASC (both regularly w/ a bunch of hours) </p>
<p>So basically... I'm wondering how my low gpa will affect my chances. Freshman and sophomore year I slacked really badly and junior + senior year I picked it up with 8 combined honors/ APs in a really tough school. </p>
<p>What are my chances?</p>
<p>Thanks</p>
<p>I’d say you’re most likely in at both…your SATs are definitely above both UMich and Wake’s average</p>
<p>State schools rely heavily on scores, so I think the good test scores + the upward trend will probably get you into UMich.</p>
<p>As for Wake Forest, give it a go. It’s not a done deal, but I go to WFU now and I have a very similar profile to yours (similar test scores, poor freshman and sophomore grades that I picked up significantly in junior and senior year), so I’m proof you have a shot :)</p>
<p>In General:
If you are in-state at Michigan, it is going to be easier to get into Michigan than Wake Forest. Out of state, I do not know enough to say. Keep in mind however that due to size, Michigan probably relies more heavily on test scores and GPA, whereas at Wake Forest, you may be able to more easily get around a low number with a great interview and essays. So if one were to get into Wake Forest and not Michigan, I would guess that it was because of a low score and a great essay. The schools are looking for different things.</p>
<p>Also keep in mind that Michigan has rolling admissions, so the date that you submitted your application will affect your chances. I remember when I applied to Michigan 4 yrs ago there was an unspoken rule that you should have your application in by October 31st to be given full consideration. Another thing if you enjoy over-analyzing things is that most colleges will, to some extent, look at you compared to other applicants from your high school, I think to make sure they are consistent with their admissions. I know that Wake Forest has a policy to not do this and to only look at the individual, so that could also be a factor one way or another. Not much of one though.</p>
<p>For You:
Your scores are great. The fact that you had upward improvement in GPA will help. You’ll be fine, really. Just relax.</p>