<p>I had sort of given up on Duke but now I'm reconsidering.. Stats aren't great but I figured I'd do a chance thread anyway.
Female
White
From PA
Act- 29, 31 reading 30 writing 29 math 27 science
Not sending sat
3.5/4.0
APs- stat, english, psych, gov, us history
I think top 20%?
Income $300,000+
Not applying for FA </p>
<p>Grades suffered fresh year due to a death in the family that ultimately resulted in me being severely affected by a panic disorder
Guidance counselor explained this in red</p>
<p>ECs
Competitive horseback riding 12 yrs(think the level Jessica Springsteen rides at) I used my writing supp to explain my commitment to it and my passion for riding
Job at horse farm
Pony camp counselor (volunteer)
Member of green club
Yearbook editor
Volunteer at dollars for scholars fall fest
School level science fair winner more I can't think of... Typing on my phone so just putting the basics down..</p>
<p>Great essays and recs
Legacy with 20+ yrs of monetary donations
Visited campus multiple times met w admissions as well as alumni admissions (showed lots of interest?)</p>
<p>I know it's a total long shot. But how much can being an early decision legacy help me?</p>