Chance?

<p>I want to double major in biology and english (w/ creative writing concentration). But I got a 90 and 92 in the classes respectively so should I apply as undecided?</p>

<p>fairly competitive public high school in NY
korean, female
GPA: 3.5-3.6</p>

<p>SAT: 2160…720 each section (retaking in november; trying to get 2200)</p>

<p>SATII: 700 math 1c<br>
780 US hist
720 biology (taking math IIc and bio in october expecting both over 750)</p>

<p>APS: 5 Bio<br>
5 Eng lit and comp<br>
5 US hist<br>
4 European hist</p>

<p>EXTRAS: President for school literary magazine and have some poetry published outside school
Writer for school newspaper since sophmore
Varsity golf and Band since freshman
Tutor a lot, interned at Congressman’s office, currently working at a lab for intel project</p>

<p>Chances?
other colleges:
Wellesley 1st choice
Smith, Boston College, Brandeis</p>

<p>Your extracurriculars and academics all seem very respectable, but since nothing stands out particularly strong, it might be a good idea to try to emphasize a certain passion in your essay. how extensive is the work you're doing for intel?</p>

<p>elle, Your scores are okay, but your grades are a little on the low side. What's your rank?</p>

<p>I think that being an Asian American female is actually a plus at Williams, while it may not be at the urban schools that you are considering. I agree with yogini, that you need to submit a strong application that focuses on your persona, and that your essays and recommendations reinforce your interests. Which of your activities do you really LOVE?</p>

<p>Sports and music is always a good combination for Williams. If you intend to continue golf or band, emphasize this. If you excel at your instrument, submit a performance tape. </p>

<p>Same for your writing. Submit a few (maximum three) examples of your poems. Make sure one of your recommenders mentions your talent.</p>

<p>Your writing, your tutoring, your internship are also positives. You just need to pull your activities together in a compelling package. Just think about how they will visualize you: Korean/golfer/musician/poet/scientist. This is all good, but it's up to you to communicate your diverse interests, talents and accomplishments in your application.</p>

<p>I don't think anyone will correlate your grades to the intended major you list on your application. I would go ahead and indicate that you're interested in biology and creative writing as both are important extracurriculars for you.</p>