<p>Hello,</p>
<p>After an extensive hunt for colleges, I determined that Gallatin is, without a doubt, a school perfectly suited to my interests. Knowing that this is the school for me, I applied Early Decision II. My ideal major at Gallatin would combine ethnomusicology, journalism, art history, and cultural anthropology.</p>
<p>Just so I don't have a nervous breakdown in these next 24 days, I would like to know my chances for admission to Gallatin.</p>
<p>Here are some of my stats:</p>
<p>GPA
3.34 Unweighted
3.6 Weighted</p>
<p>SAT
Math: 730
Critical Reading: 710
Writing: 620</p>
<p>SAT II
Math 2: 640
Literature: 620</p>
<p>APs
Calculus AB: 5
Chemistry: 4
English Language: 3
Literature:
Environmental Science:
Government:</p>
<p>I feel as though my extra curricular activities are much better indicators of my passions and direction than my academic transcript.</p>
<p>My personal statement worked to the same effect. The idea behind the essay was that my defining personal quality is a deep, voracious interest in music. The essay explains how it has become an organizing principle of my life and the basis for a series of inter-related accomplishments.</p>
<p>Here is a list of some of those accomplishments and pursuits.</p>
<p>-Owned and operated a DJ business for the past 4 years. I have performed at venues, art openings, and events all throughout the greater Los Angeles area.</p>
<p>-I have spent two years working on my high school's yearbook. This past year I worked as a section editor.</p>
<p>-I currently hold a leadership position at my school as Commissioner of Noontime Activities.</p>
<p>-This past summer I sought out and secured internships at two different Los Angeles independent record labels.</p>
<p>-I have played with the jazz band for three years as a lead trumpet.</p>
<p>-My most recent endeavor has been founding, editing, and designing a 20-page, full-color magazine at my school. The publication showcases the styles of innovative new artists and musicians from around the LA area. We recently released our first issue. I mailed a copy off to the NYU admissions office.</p>
<p>I feel VERY confident in my personal statement, letters of recommendation, and supplemental essays.</p>
<p>Thanks! I can't wait to hear your responses.</p>