Chance for Ivies?

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>Hey, I'm a sophomore next year. </p>

<p>In 7th grade, for Duke TIP, I got a 1960 SAT(800 M, 570 CR, 590 W).
Last year, I got a 214 PSAT and a 2120(800 M, 640 CR, 680 W) on a practice SAT at the local library.
I scored a 5 on the AP Calculus AB exam.</p>

<p>My passion is for mathematics, I scored 21 on the USAJMO with a 8 AIME.</p>

<p>My unweighted GPA is 4.0, weighted 4.57, class rank 4/300something.</p>

<p>My last year's schedule was
English I H
World Geography H
Chemistry I H
Calculus AB AP
French II
Advanced Orchestra
Computer Science II</p>

<p>Next year is
English II H
Civics/Free Enterprise H
Physics I H
Calculus BC AP
French III H
Computer Science III AP
P.E./Health</p>

<p>I was class president last year.
I participate actively in Mu Alpha Theta, Frisbee Club, Science Club, and Computer Science Club. Next year I will probably be in Beta as well.</p>

<p>Could you please give me some recommendations on how to improve my chances to get in an Ivy? Thanks.</p>

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<p>More ECs would help a lot</p>

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<p>Raise CR 100 points.</p>

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<p>Here’s what can help your application. Take the SAT (obviously), get really good recommendations, write a kick-ass essay. Join at least 3 clubs next year, if you play your cards right, you could be head by senior year.</p>

<p>Also, try to get a job. Colleges like to see that you can balance work and school. If possible, try to get an internship next summer. Internships, especially in your prospective major, look very good.</p>

<p>Good luck. You’re definitely on the right track.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the advice everyone, it’s very useful!</p>

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<p>Your math will get you to many places! Take advantage of your talent</p>

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<p>Definately on the right track.
You sound like a perfect fit for MIT as well. Taking AP calc as a freshman is very impressive.
I would say try to get leadership positions in your clubs. And write kick ass essays.</p>