<p>Despite my username, ND is my first choice! </p>
<p>I submitted my application early. I have played the viola for 10 years and am in the State Youth Symphony Orchestra 2nd chair for my second year, and I was in All-State Orchestra last year. Before these more distinguished groups, I played in a Suzuki Orchestra at my music school from grades 6-9 and we performed at Lincoln Center NYC in 2011. I also did theory classes once a week. My teacher says I am an intermediate to advanced player.</p>
<p>Any thoughts on how this will factor into admissions? My test score is marginal but my GPA and other ECs are solid. </p>
<p>Also, is being an asian catholic a hook? I know at other top schools maybe not so much, but ND seems to be less diverse. </p>
<p>Any feedback would be appreciated :)</p>