What are my chances for getting into the University of Pennsylvania? I visited the campus and I know I really want to go to school there, but I’m not sure if I have a good chance of getting in. Here is my info:
TESTING:
SAT: 2360 (One-time)
SAT Subject Tests:
-Math II - 800
-Chemistry - 800
COURSES:
In 9th, 10th, and 11th grade, in total, I took 8 honors classes.
College Level Classes:
10th grade - College Accounting I
11th grade - AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics
I received 5s on all 3 AP exams junior year, and I got As in all of my classes so far.
12th grade (upcoming year) classes - Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra (2 semesters of college math in 1 year), College Composition, AP Biology, AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics, Honors Public Speaking
GPA:
Weighted: 4.388
Unweighted: 3.996
EXTRACURRICULARS:
-Future Business Leaders of America Club Member (since 9th grade):
—Placed 1st in state for Accounting I event
—Placed in top 10 in nation for Accounting I
-Science League Club (11th grade)
—Top 10% in state for Chemistry II
-Around 200 hours of community service with several organizations, primarily the public library
-NHS Member, Member of Science, Math, and English Honor Societies
-Attending small STEM career outreach program during the summer (selection for the program was by high school’s nomination)
-Member of a highly selective peer leadership program for seniors acting as mentors and role models for freshmen throughout the year (this is a class in my schedule)
My high school is EXTREMELY competitive. It offers nearly 30 AP courses, so I don’t know if my courses measure up since so many kids in my school have take many more rigorous courses than I have. However, my grades in the courses I have taken are pretty solid, but I don’t know if that makes up for the relative lack of rigor. Also, I’ve done well in what I’ve participated in, but my list of extracurriculars isn’t long.
As far as majors, I’m looking into economics with a foundation in math, and a minor in comp sci. Or, instead of econ, I might major in finance or something related to quantitative analysis. I would most probably pursue the Mathematical Economics major in the College of Arts and Sciences at Penn, and maybe take some finance classes at Wharton. I’m also looking into several other schools in the region with good programs in these areas.
Could you also chance me for Tufts University, Carnegie Mellon University, Cornell University, and NYU Stern?
Thank you so much!!!