Chances for Class of 2014

Colleges & Universities A-Z University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign
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<p>Hi guys. I'm a current student (Class of 2011,) but I was wondering what others thought of my brother's chances of being accepted next year for Class of 2014.</p>

<p>GPA: 3.2 UW 3.9W
VERY competitive high school, one of top public schools in Illinois</p>

<p>ACT: 30</p>

<p>Courses: Mid-level classes, taking 1 AP next year
Extracurriculars: Helped solicit and design skate park in our town, otherwise minimal involvement, very passionate about skateboarding</p>

<p>Extra Info: Learning disabled and made huge strides/improvements throughout his school career, will write an essay on this</p>

<p>Major: Actuarial Science (LAS)</p>

<p>Thoughts?? Thanks!</p>

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<p>50-50?</p>

<p>3.2 is a bit low. 30 is right on.</p>

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<p>The 30 will help him out a bit, but the 3.2 and 1 AP courseload is a bit weak. However, if he plays up his passion for the skating and his learning improvements he has a solid chance of getting in. I know people with similar courseloads and ACTs that got in, but I don’t know many people with that low of a GPA. The fact that he’s applying to LAS will definitely help. Ultimately, I think the key will be to apply early. If he does this, I think he has a good shot of getting in.</p>