Chance Me Please! I need desperate help :/

Colleges and Universities A-Z Princeton University
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<p>Hey guys! I know I'm super late in the game for wondering which colleges to apply to, but I'm trying to revise my college list. I'm interested in ivies, but I'm not sure which ones I have a chance. Do I have a shot at Princeton? Any advice you can give me will be much appreciated! </p>

<p>Interested in: Economics or International Business
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: White, Native American, Chinese</p>

<p>Academics:
GPA: 3.9 (unweighted), ~4.3 (weighted)
SAT 1: 760 - W, 750 - M, 680 - CR (2190)
SAT 2: 750 - US History, 710 - Math 2, 710 - Bio (E)
APs: US History (5), Biology (5), Music Theory (3)
Currently taking: AP Literature, AP Chinese, AP Calc AB, AP Gov/Econ, Physics H</p>

<p>Extracurriculars and Awards:
-Currently President of FBLA (my chapter has 270 members), in past years I was the VP of Competitions and Partnership with Business Chair (I've been active all 4 years of high school)
-National Champion in Entrepreneurship (FBLA)
-State Champion Partnership with Business Project
-President of National Chinese Honor Society
-Captain and Co-founder of History Bowl Club
-2 time captain and 2 time MVP of Varsity Tennis Team (I've been on varsity since freshman year)
-Piano Teacher since 6th grade
-Tennis Coach since 8th grade
-Marketing Intern at a small startup sophomore year
-Corporate Development Intern at an international high-tech company junior year
-Member of NHS and CSF
-AP Scholar Award
-Participant in Stanford University's Reischauer Scholar's Program
-Section Leader and member of an Honor Band (clarinet) freshman year</p>

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<p>I think my ECs are okay, but academics is where I'm struggling. Any input is appreciated Thanks so much, and best of luck to all of you!</p>

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<p>Your ECs are very nice and very interesting. The types of things you’re involved in are very reflective of your interest in business, so it’s clear you have a passion for it, which is helpful.
Don’t sell yourself short on academics - they’re great in the grand scheme of things, but unfortunately when compared to many Princeton applicants, they’ll likely falter in comparison. That’ll be the weakest part of your application, but if you write phenomenal essays and get great great recommendations, you may have a shot.
I encourage you to apply (because if you don’t, you’ll never know what WOULD HAVE happened), but do keep in mind that RD is very very difficult and competitive, so don’t get your heart set on it if it’s a bit of a reach. Still consider some other Ivies because I think your ECs are very unique and very indicative of how active you are in your community. </p>

<p>Regardless, you’ll be successful anywhere. Good luck!</p>