Chances for a Junior?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Pennsylvania
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<p>Hi, guys. I'm a current junior at a competitive public high school in Long Island. I'm a Caucasian male.</p>

<p>Penn is my absolute dream school and I would love nothing more than the opportunity to go there. I'm in love with the campus and everyone there seems extremely enthusiastic and friendly. </p>

<p>I would apply ED and most likely apply to the College. BBB sounds like a really interesting program at Penn that I'd love to be a part of, as well as Public Health. </p>

<p>GPA: 4.0 UW as of now
AP: Euro 5, Psych 5
Bio and US History this year
10-11 APs by graduation</p>

<p>ACT: 35 (35 E, 34 M, 33 R, 36 S, 10/12 W)</p>

<p>ECs
Model Congress (Exec Board)
School Newspaper (Possible board position next year)
Debate
Volunteered at community center to teach a science class K-1
Tourette's Syndrome Associaton youth buddy
Soup kitchen youth advisory board
National Honors Society
World Language Honors Society
Possible internship this summer at Mt. Sinai Hospital in NYC</p>

<p>I don't have legacy per se, but my great-grandfather did graduate Penn exactly 100 years before I will graduate. Just an interesting fact.</p>

<p>I really love Penn, and I just came back from a campus tour where I fell in love with the school. The city location is perfect and I just love everything the school is about.</p>

<p>Also, does anyone have any tips for the essay/application that would be useful? I'd appreciate it. Thanks :).</p>

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<p>Well, admissions are holistic. I can tell you that you’re certainly well-qualified for Penn, but to put a number on that would be dishonest. Nobody knows, unfortunately. Academically, you’re fine. </p>

<p>I can, however, say that you might want to acquire more leadership. If you’re at the highest leadership in Model Congress, that’s great! But if there is a president or VP position beyond the exec. board, you should go for it. Continue to do what you’re passionate about; that’s ultimately what matters. Ideally, you should try to distinguish yourself beyond the school level. Almost every ivy league applicant is president of X club and treasurer of Y society – but that certainly doesn’t seal your fate. Passion is key, and if you truly love what you do, it will show in your Penn essays. Good luck!</p>