Chances for a Merit Scholarship?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Boston University
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<p>Hey guys could you give me an idea of whether I would be able to get some merit aid (Not Need-based). I’m not sure whether they are looking for “unique candidates” or “diversity candidates” though since nothing about me really “stands out” (i.e. can’t walk on water, not from the Moon).</p>

<p>Asian Male
Regular Decision
Not Eligible for Fin. Aid :frowning:
Will major in a business related field</p>

<p>Regular Weighted GPA: 4.73/5.00
Rank: ~25/360 (Second 5%, so not in the top 5% but in the top 10%)</p>

<p>SAT: 2350 (800M, 800CR, 750W) – Taken Once
SAT II: 800 Math IIC, 760 US His, 750 Physics, 780 Math IC, 730 Bio</p>

<p>APs: Taking BC Calculus, Physics C, US Gov, Self-Studying for Econ (School doesn’t offer)
Took: AP US History (5)
*Note: My school doesn’t offer AP’s to underclassmen and only AP History to Juniors.</p>

<p>ECs:

  1. Mock Trial: 11-12, Case Team Leader
  2. Hospital Volunteering (200+ Hours)
  3. Boy Scouts: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader
  4. Investing Club: Founder & President
  5. Math Team: Captain
  6. Science Team: Captain
  7. Club Soccer</p>

<p>Other:
-Invested Work Savings into a stock account
-Worked as a legal assistant at a law firm through sophomore and junior years</p>

<p>Recs: A decent one from a Chem Teacher, an excellent one from an English teacher, and another excellent one from the GC.</p>

<p>Essays: Assume they are average/good (Very business focused).</p>

<p>Any thoughts?</p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

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<p>I think you have an excellent chance of receiving merit aid. Make sure you let them know IF BU is your top choice.</p>

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<p>thanks dogs, i'll definitely be sure to express my interest in BU through my essays</p>

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<p>You should get offered a spot in the BU Honors Program too which they are currently beefing up. There are a fair amount of Asian students at BU but you still would be considered a URM so that might help.</p>