Chance me; WashU, Northwestern, Rice, Wellesley

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>I just finished up my sophomore year of high school. I've started college touring and I'm wondering what my chances are of actually getting into the schools that I'm looking at. </p>

<p>Currently, my top school is WashU. I know that it is extremely competitive to go there, but I want to know what my chances are of getting in there, as well as NU, Rice, and Wellesley. </p>

<p>My GPA is a 3.87, unweighted. I don't actually know my weighted score, or my class rank, since my high school doesn't do either (I'd be at the VERY least 50/650 for ranking if we did). I've been taking the hardest classes that are offered at my school, which is one of the top 5 high schools in the state (public and private). My schedule for my junior year is:</p>

<p>Spanish IV
Calc&Apps
AP Micro
AP Macro
AP English Lit
AP Psych
Honors Physics</p>

<p>By the time I graduate, I will have taken the following APs; US history, Micro, Macro, English Lit, Psych, Bio, Spanish Lang, Euro History, Calc BC. I will also be taking a further English class at a local university, as well as (most likely) self study Art History and/or US Gov. Obviously, the plan is to get all 5s, but I might get one or two 4s based on the performance of my peers. </p>

<p>ECs:
Tennis
Forensics (National Qualifier)(Will likely get a state title, based on my performance in the last two years)(eventually team captain)
JSA (treasurer)
National Honors Society
National Spanish Honors Society
Drama (acting in a few shows, crewing for a few others, and potential student directing another)
Student Senate (executive board)</p>

<p>I have been on multiple mission trips to other countries, and have done a variety of other service projects including organizing blood drives, volunteering at nursing homes, etc. </p>

<p>I've played the piano for 11 years. I write a lot, and have had some pieces published in different periodicals and literary magazines. </p>

<p>Of course, by the time I'm actually applying to schools, this list will be considerably longer. </p>

<p>I don't know if demographics matter much, but I come from a pretty small town in rural Wisconsin. I wouldn't apply to any diversity bonuses when it comes to admissions.</p>

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<p>I hate to do it, but… bump.</p>

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<p>…bump…</p>

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<p>Keep bumping till next year. You may ask for advice, but it is too early to chance you without any test score.</p>

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<p>I got a 34 on the ACT.</p>

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<p>…bump…</p>

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<p>How is the break down ACT score?</p>

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<p>I’m also a sophomore and your stats are very impressive. From what I’ve seen if you continue on the path you’re on now I think the schools you listed are a match. 34 on the ACT as a sophomore is really good. Chance me back please.</p>

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<p>English:35
Reading:35
Math:34
Science: 32</p>

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<p>Last bump.</p>

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<p>Very competitive for all schools- however, there’s really no way to tell without knowing who your competition is and what the schools are looking for. You can certainly improve chances at WUSTL by showing interest. My son will be starting there this August. Rice is very competitive too, and they seek geographical diversity. </p>

<p>Best way to show interest is applying ED, but this has to be done with caution depending on financial circumstances. </p>

<p>The application process is very strange- don’t get upset if you don’t get accepted- each school looks for something different, and so what works one year may not work the next year.</p>

<p>Good luck, and if you’re interested in finding out more about WUSTL, you can send me a PM.</p>

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<p>WashU: Match
Rice: High- Reach, low-match
(Not sure shout the other schools) </p>

<p>But this is just taking into consideration what you have already done which is very impressive considering your ACT scores.</p>

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<p>The ACT section scores are good with good distribution too. Just try to keep your GPA up and you can apply to any school in Senior.</p>

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<p>All of those schools are extremely competitive, so I’d say high match to low reach for all of them. Make sure to apply to safeties too</p>