<p>I'm a junior (obviously) at a private christian school. I have a 3.8ish GPA and have taken, for the most part, the most challenging classes my school offers. I'm on the national honors society and the academic league. I've organized a recycling program at my school. I've been interning for congressman Bob Filner for the last year. I have gone with my church on several occasions to visit orphanages, and build houses in Mexico and Jamaica. I'm heavily involved in the local san diego music scene. I'm a singer-songwriter (I play guitar, steel guitar, accordian, drums, etc.), and I've one awards for my songwriting. I've released 3 albums and have been nominated for 3 san diego music awards. I have worked together with Taylor guitars to fund music programs in elementary schools, and have performed at political rallies and a water conservation fund-raiser. I haven't taken my SATs yet (and I'm really a little concerned about how I'll do on them). Not to play the sympathy card, but both of my parents passed away my freshman year, so I have a compelling story (and I maintained my grades in the midst of that). What do you think? I know it would be a major reach, but I've also heard that JHU is a school that takes into account the "whole" applicant. Thanks in advance! -Derek</p>
<p>You have no shot, don't even bother applying.</p>
<p>You need at least a 4.0 and to have been nominated for 4 San Diego music awards. Better luck next life.</p>
<p>Don't listen to makshim.
If your SATs are up to par with you other stats, your in.</p>