Chance me: Boston College

Colleges and Universities A-Z Boston College
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I would really appreciate if someone would tell me my chances of getting into Boston College! (It’s my top school, and I plan to apply ED II)

Demographics: Female, caucasian, christian upbringing, high-ranked public high school known for its rigorous curriculum

Intended major: Biology or physics

Academics:
Weighted GPA: 94.85
Class rank: Top 30% (not amazing, but only 1 point away from second decile)
ACT: 30 (best composite), 32 (superscored)
SAT IIs: Taking these this weekend but not sure how important they are to BC

ECs/honors:

  • Science research internship in dept of Oncology at Mount Sinai this past summer with a great LOR from my mentor
  • My research is being published in my mentor’s upcoming journal article
  • Varsity tennis for four years/all-league commended athlete
  • 3 honors/awards for science, English, and Spanish competitions
  • A good amount of community service hours (approx 100 hours)
  • National Art Honor Society since freshman year
  • Talented studio artist/impressive portfolio (although no awards to show for this)

Course load:

  • Honors classes: Geometry Honors, Spanish Honors
  • APs - Physics C: Mechanics, Biology, Calculus AB, Psychology
  • Other college-level courses: Advanced Geology and SUPA US History

Thanks so much!

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Congrats on the hard work and great profile. You should be very proud of your effort.

It’s a numbers game and ED2 helps. If your application reflects your commitment to service and the schools mission it’s possible. I would say it’s what we call a reach school but nothing is impossible. Have a good plan for other options too. Only because of how competitive it all is for you students today.

Do well on your sat II exam but it’s not the highest priority from what I’ve researched. Grades. Courses. Scores. Right fit and being in the top 10 percent of your class. But every school is different and that’s just an average.

Chin up and keep up the great work.

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Thank you for the feedback!

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you have a great chance for ED2. Keep your hopes high!