Chances? Incoming HS Senior

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<p>I'm considering apply to Wellesly ED, but I'm not sure my stats are up to par. </p>

<p>I go to a choice school, where it's basically a very small lottery-entry-based school of 6 years, combining junior high and high school. It was ranked on U.S. News' Top High Schools at #29 in 2009 and #32 in 2012, and 2nd best high school in the state of Washington.
High school GPA: 3.66 UW
I've pretty much had a solid 3.9 GPA up until junior year which killed it, so that's my main concern.
Junior year course:
Honors US History
Honors American Literature
Honors Math Analysis
Honors World Art History
AP Biology
Business Law </p>

<p>EC:
Associated Student Body - grade senator
Future Business Leaders of America - state competitor
Key Club - several community service projects
Mock Trial Club - state competitor
National Honor Society</p>

<p>Volunteer:
Volunteer Coordinator at Sammamish Farmer's Market
Participant in NHS Haunted Halls
Volunteer at Bumbershoot Music Festival </p>

<p><em>My school doesn't rank, I'm an Asian female, and I'm not very athletic</em></p>

<p>I'm confident that I can get good recommendation letters. </p>

<p>Thank you!</p>

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<p>Hi! If you’re sure that Wellesley is your #1 choice, I would definitely apply ED. I’ve heard that you have a better chance of getting in by applying ED. I, however, applied EE.</p>

<p>Your GPA is a little lower than average for Wellesley but that doesnt account for your entire application. You have a few community service and extracurricular activities but if possible, I would suggest taking more leadership in your activities. Colleges, including Wellesley, like to see commitment (participation in activities for a long period of time) as well as leadership (so not only participating in something). </p>

<p>I’m from Washington as well (I’m an incoming Wellesley freshman), but I went to a not-competitive-at-all high school in Renton. Sounds like you go to a really good school so that may be able to account for your GPA. </p>

<p>You have a chance, but make sure you make the most of the 1st semester of your senior year! Good luck!</p>

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<p>I agree entirely with Priscilla. Your extracurriculars look good, and you’ve taken a challenging course load, which Wellesley likes to see. Do your best during senior year and make sure your application essays are strong. Good luck!</p>