Chance me at Wesleyan (w/out test scores)

My problem is that, despite being a pretty strong student, I’ve had immense trouble with standardized tests. I don’t know why… I just can’t focus on the SAT/ACT. I just can’t score well. I’m trying again one more time after taking a prep class, hopefully I’ll see improvement. But luckily for me, one of the colleges on my list (Wesleyan) is test-optional!

GPA:
U/W: 3.96
Weighted cumulative: 4.465
Weighted 10-12: 4.81 (that’s assuming I get all As senior year—I know they don’t take this GPA, but I’m trying to get across that I took very rigorous classes. I’ve taken all honors/AP in 11th and am doing the same 12th)
Rank: I believe I’m at least top 9%, but that’s all my school releases to students. We don’t get specific rank.

Test Scores:
Now the embarrassing part. I’m not submitting these, of course… but I just thought you should know why, maybe :confused:
SAT: 1340
Reading/writing: 650, Math: 690
ACT: 27
(English is my only decent section on this test, let’s just say that…)

I will be taking Math II and Spanish SAT subjects soon. I don’t know how those will go, but I’m expecting to do well on Spanish. I may submit these?

AP Scores:
AP Euro (4), AP Psychology (5), AP Spanish (5), APUSH (5), Statistics (4)
I’ll be sending these, I think. Not as bad as my standardized tests, lol

Awards/Honors (not anything too distinct):
National Spanish Exam gold medal
Math achievement awards- AP Statistics and Pre-Calculus Honors
Honorable mention in an art contest
AP Scholar with distinction

Extracurriculars:
Volunteer Club, Interact. Leadership positions: secretary 10th & 11th, Vice President 12th. (4 years)
Badminton Team (3 years)
Women in STEM Club, Vice President. (3 years)
Guitar and other music composition (4 years, more of a passion)
Jazz Band (2 years)
Anatomy Club. IT Officer. (3 years)
WASC Student Leader (1 year)
Internship at a software company doing QA (one summer)

I’ve also taken a biology course at a community college (worth credit). I’ve also taken CS 101 and a Statistical Modeling class online, but these 2 don’t give credit.

Other information:
Race/Ethnicity: Asian (Indian)
Sex: Female
Income: very above average
Hooks: none :’)

I think I’m a good student overall, but I do have the test score thing holding me back. I guess what I really want to know is if not submitting test scores is going to hold me back. I feel that my application is a lot stronger without standardized test scores, but I’m fearful that Wesleyan won’t be accepting of me not submitting test scores because I don’t really have a hook that would keep me from success on those exams. I just… suck. Lol. Crossing my fingers that I’ll do well on the upcoming ACT I’m taking, but I’m doubtful.

I would REALLY appreciate feedback because this test score thing has been bothering me so much :frowning: I feel like I won’t get any school I want because of it… if you guys have any further questions about me, I’d be happy to answer!

Good grades, passable ECs. Wes should be a realistic reach if you don’t submit your scores. You shouldn’t be penalized for it since your grades demonstrate that you can handle testing anyway.

MeltsIntoAir- “passable” ECs? What do you think is lacking? It’s an honest question, because these seem to me quite good, with leadership roles.
I agree Wes is a very realistic chance for you. Make sure your essay is compelling and conveys your interests and strengths and who you are as a person.

Her ECs are not particularly focused and she has not listed any awards won for them. Having said that, they are not bad either, particularly the listed lengths of participation and the multiple leadership roles. That’s what I mean by “passable”.

SATs are fine people.