Chance me...

  • Columbia University (ED)
  • Brown University PLME
  • Cornell University
  • Duke University
  • John Hopkins
  • New York University
  • Rutgers University BA/MD
  • Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Program
  • Hofstra University 4+4 BS/MD
  • Stony Brook University SFM and
  • NYIT University BS/DO
  • Adelphi University BS/MD

SAT I (breakdown): 1550- 800M 750R/W
ACT: 35- 34M 36E 33R 35S
SAT II: 800 Math II, 800 Bio M
Unweighted GPA: 94/100
Weighted GPA: 104
Rank (percentile if rank is unavailable): N/A (Assuming Top 10%)
AP (place score in parenthesis):

Freshman:
AP Statistics-4
AP World History-4

Junior:
AP Biology
AP Environmental Science
AP English Language and Composition
AP United States History

Senior Year Course Load:
AP Calculus BC
AP Psychology
AP Physics C Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C Mechanics,
AP English Literature and Composition
AP Comparative Government and Politics
Wind Ensemble
Science Research 4

Major Awards (USAMO, Intel, etc.):
Regional Science Fairs, All-County Classical Saxophonist, Columbus Day Marching Band Parade in New York City 1st Place (2x), AP National Scholar with Distinction. (Nothing Major)

Extracurricular Activities:

1.) Jazz and the Neuroscience of Decision Making Research Internship
2.) Neuroengineering Research Internship
3.) Columbia Science Honors Program - Courses in Neuroscience and Human Physiology
4.) Internship with NY State Senator
5.) Saxophone - Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone; Solo Events, Tri-M Vice President, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Pit Orchestra, Marching Band
6.) President/Founder of Ted-ED Club and Treasurer for Science Honor Society

7.) Healthcare - Medical Mission Trips, HOSA Club President, Medical and Dental Shadowing, Pipeline Programs, CPR Instruction Events, Hospital Volunteer
8.) Regional Wind Symphony
9.) Junior Fire Department Volunteer
10.) JV/Varsity Lacrosse

Teacher Recommendation: AP Environmental/Science Research Teacher and Saxophone Teacher
Counselor Rec:
Additional Rec: Research Mentor or State Senator

Intended Major: Neuroscience with a Minor in Music

State (if domestic applicant): New York
Country (if international applicant): United States of America
School Type: Public
Ethnicity: South Asian Indian
Gender: Male
Income Bracket: 150K+
Hooks (URM, first-generation college, etc.): N/A

I am currently halfway into my Junior Year. I am fully aware that most of the schools/programs on my list are big reaches (especially with my low GPA and lack of Major Awards), but I would like to know my actual chances and whether or not I should look into more BS/MD programs or if my activities are unique enough?

I don’t think your GPA is low at all, it’s pretty good! As long as it’s a 4.0 it should be fine. You have great ECs, the senate internship is cool, and a lot of other things you’ve been in EC wise are great. Sure, you don’t have national / international recognition, but you still have a few awards.

Like every applicant as qualified as you, it’s hard to “chance” you. But just know that you’re qualified and you’re definitely someone who has a great shot and should use that opportunity.

Best of luck from another junior :slight_smile: