CHANCE ME?

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Hey guys! I am applying to NYU Steinhardt for Applied Psychology through Early Decision. What are my chances?

A little about me:

  • Nationality: Kazakh/Lebanese
  • Gender: Female
  • Graduation Date: May 27th, 2017
  • Curriculum: MYP (9-10) IB Diploma (11-12)
  • Cumulative GPA: 3.50 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted) *
  • Cumulative Rank: N/A
  • SAT/ACT: Taking both in the fall
  • 3.50 GPA (A's and B's) - I take rigorous courses and I am planning to bring my GPA up in the fall of my senior year. Perhaps it's quite low, but IB diploma is fairly challenging and I am aware that American universities take that into consideration. I do have Dyscalculia, which is a brain-based condition that makes it hard to make sense of numbers and math concepts. It is often described as arithmetic dyslexia. It does indeed drastically bring down my grade point average, though it kind of works to my advantage in terms of explaining why that is. I possess professional diagnosis and papers to support that.
  • Predicted IB Score: 37 (I will most probably apply with my predicted scores, though I am afraid I might end up getting rescinded. Does anyone know the process? Once you get accepted (ED) with your IB predicted scores, is your acceptance unconditional?

RESUME:

OFFICES/LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD:

  • Student Government President/School President (11-12)

• Served a ceremonial and managerial purpose, as a spokesperson of the entire student body
• Regularly communicated with Class Representatives and relevant School staff in order to create a culture of feedback and information exchange through the student representation system
• Took the lead on any issues that were raised through the student representation system in place at School

  • Proctorship (11-12)

• Proctors were chosen based on their careers as members of the community, their potential as leaders, their ability to give of themselves fairly, and their commitment to serving as appropriate role models to other students
• Provided an essential link between students and faculty within the dorms (assisted the Dorm Head and Dorm Parents in managing the dorm)
• Strived to welcome new members of the student body
• Worked to ensure the well-being of student members of the school community

  • Global Service Group Leader: WISER Kenya (11-12)

• Awoke students to humanitarian needs, inspired them to build enduring, mutually-beneficial relationships, and lead them toward a life of active citizenship and committed service
• Lead weekly meetings, which included discussions, films, simulations, readings, and other activities (all centered around on education and gender equality)

• Contributed to a large repertoire of fundraising ideas/events

  • Newspaper Club Leader/Founder of the “After-School” Newspaper Club (11-12)
  • Peer Leadership Group/Peer Link (10)
  • Founder of the Creative Writer’s Club (10)
  • Co-Captain Junior Varsity Soccer (9) / Captain Junior Varsity Soccer (10)

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

  • Senior Humanities Program (11-12)

• Provided TASIS seniors and postgraduates with a signature educational experience
• Helped students enhance their intellectual experience through discussions, trips, lectures, and tours focusing on truth, beauty, goodness, international understanding, and humanitarian action
• Conveyed a clear message to seniors and postgraduates about what the School hopes for and expects from them after they leave the community

  • Yearbook Committee (9-12)
  • High School Theatre Program + Drama Club (9-11)
  • Scribe Team (9-10)
  • Concert Band/School Orchestra (9-10)
  • Peer Tutoring (9-10)
  • Science Club (9-10)

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

-WISER: Kenya (11-12)

  • Waitstaff - Advisor Dinner (11-12)
  • Roads Of Success (11)

• Helped launch an internet-computer base empowerment program called “Tech Over Trauma” that educates, inspires, and counsels girls rescued from ISIS captivity, while providing them an outlet to share their stories with the world
• Collected working tech devices to boost the donation process

  • Spring Break Volunteering at GEMS (10)

• Purchased food for labor camps in rural Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
• Planted Gaff trees in numerous locations in downtown Dubai
• Donated my time, skills, labor, and compassion to profoundly influence the lives of those living with autism at Senses Centre, Dubai

  • ECO Schools – Foundation for Environmental Education (10)

• Worked with the Eco Council to actively developed actions to save water, conserve energy, reduce waste and promote biodiversity
• Promoted Biodiversity with Emirates Marine Environmental Group - http://emeg.ae/pages/home.aspx

  • QEFA – Education for All (9-10)

• Committed to adopt a school in Nepal with the Build on “Dubaicares” program
• Contributed to monthly fundraising events
• Co-organized the Run to Overcome, Spring Festival and the Primary Souk in order to raise funds

  • Week Without Walls – Nepal (9)

• Participated in my first volunteer building project, which was key to the development of disadvantaged communities in Kathmandu, Nepal
• Helped restore and beautify buildings and areas that would otherwise be neglected

ATHLETICS:

High School Varsity Soccer (11-12)

Rec. Sports: Kick-Boxing (11-12)

High School Junior Varsity Soccer (9-10)

High School Junior Varsity Volleyball (9)

HONORS & AWARDS:

Academic Achievement Award: Honor Roll (9-12)

Academic Achievement Award (11-12)

Magnificent Seven Virtue Award: Vision (11)

Volunteer Involvement Award: Commitment to Service (11)

Academic Achievement Award: English - MYP Language A (10)

Sports Award: Coach’s Award - JV Girls Soccer (10)

Academic Achievement Award: Annual Science Olympiad (9)

WORK/INTERNSHIPS:

Psychology & Child Development Intern: Senses Dubai (11-12) – NO PAY

• Received training from the psychology staff and gained practical experience by observing and assisting with the work performed
• Observes methods, problems, and principles related to psychological services to children
• Displayed willingness to do routine work in order to acquire; tact, patience, emotional stability, and moral standards
• Contributed to a nurturing environment, where children can develop new skills and improve their abilities

C.H.I.L.D – Summer Soccer Activities (11-12) - NO PAY

• Worked as a host and participant of soccer tournaments at C.H.I.L.D, that operates in collaboration with Senses Dubai (specializing in ABA, Autism, and Child Development Services in Dubai)

As you can see, I am certainly relying on my list of EC’s and other valuable to me activities. My grades are not stellar, and my GPA is not perfect, yet I believe my line up is strong regardless.

I also have great teacher recommendations coming my way! Both teachers are super sincere and genuine.
My visual arts teacher who holds the following degrees: B.A., University of California, San Diego, M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), Valencia

  • My English teacher: M.A.T., Northeastern University

I don’t live in the U.S (I’ve lived in 5 countries, and I am a current resident of 3) and I can afford to be full pay. Thoughts? Thank you in advance.