<p>Hi there,</p>
<p>I just wanted to post a quick chance thread so I have a broad idea of what I need to work on in order for Pitt to make it onto my final decision list! I will be an OOS applicant (MA).My stats are as follows:</p>
<p>SAT (superscore after two attempts): 1870 ( 590 M, 600 CR, 680 W)
GPA: 3.96 (unweighted)
ECs: Student Leadership (secretary of class- will be 4 yrs)
Best Buddies (3 yrs)
Varsity XC, Indoor/Outdoor Track (will be 4 yrs- two year Captain for XC, soon to be Captain for Indoor and Outdoor)
Volunteer at Rehab Center affiliated with hospital (50+ hours at this point)
National Honor Society
Work at a running store </p>
<p>Please let me know your thoughts! Thanks a bunch!</p>
<p>I think you have an excellent chance - especially being OOS, however not for merit aid. Generally Pitt likes scores over 500 on each sections of the SAT - you mostly do and you have an excellent GPA (assuming you are taking challenging classes). Pitt places more emphasis on scores and grades than extracurricular.</p>
<p>You are in. Your SAT score and GPA are above average.</p>
<p>Keep up the good work and your as good as in. If your still nervous, join some more clubs and add on some more ECs and make sure to write a good essay on your application. Also, apply as early as possible.</p>
<p>I know I am unearthing this thread, but I thought I might as well given I have now taken the ACT and have a few more things to add- my real question at this point regards my chance for any merit money.
I took the ACT in June and scored a 28 composite ( 27 science, 26 math, 27 english, 32 reading, 8 essay).
I also received a Junior award at my school’s Senior Awards night- it was a book award and scholarship to a school in WV.
My volunteering has now exceeded 100 hours.</p>
<p>Given these additions, is there any chance I could receive merit money? I know the stats say ACT scores should be around a 32, but I am just asking out of general curiosity. Thank you!</p>