Chance me?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Pittsburgh
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<p>In-state. I want to study Biomedical Engineering, so my question really is if I could get into the Swanson School of Engineering. Please note that due to me being a lazy, self-absorbent ass, my application has JUST been sent in and will probably arrive at Pitt before Halloween.</p>

<p>My SAT scores are 2030 and 2020, and my superscore is 2080 (superscore for just CR and Math is 1370). Out of school, I have a job in a sports retail store and volunteer to phonebank during local and national elections. I also play soccer and basketball (not for my school). I will be playing varsity tennis for my school next year.</p>

<p>That aside, my main problem is my GPA. Weighted, it will be about a 3.55. Most of my classes are honors and AP classes, which I have gotten As and Bs in, except for AP Biology, which I found extremely difficult in junior year and ended up getting a C in. I am taking 2 APs and 2 Honors classes in my senior year (Clear upward trend in my grades since freshman year).</p>

<p>I know my GPA is not as impressive as many others who will apply, but if I continue to work hard and write a great essay along with two great recommendations, honestly, what are my chances of getting in? Have I applied too late?</p>

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<p>P.S, I actually handed in my application back in July when I attended a “Ready…Set…Pitt” event. They have all my information, the only thing that is required is my transcript, which my school will send in the mail tomorrow, along with my 2 rec letters and essay. I would guess that all that will arrive within 10 days of being sent. Still too late for Swanson?</p>

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<p>Considering that the essay’s the most important part, it will definitely boost your application. Keep working hard, and don’t worry that much about your GPA. With a mediocre essay, I’d say maybe 50-50, with a great essay, at least 75%. </p>

<p>I’m no expert, but your SATs are great and with a great essay, good recs, it’s pretty likely.</p>

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<p>the essay is definitely not the most important part for pitt</p>

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<p>From everything I have seen Your SAT score is the most important factor at Pitt. With your CR M score I would say you would be accepted.</p>