<p>I was thinking of applying Early Decision, but I would like to know my chances for both early and regular decision.</p>
<p>SAT I:
Combined: 2040
Writing:670
Reading:700
Math:670</p>
<p>SAT II:
Biology:740
Math:710</p>
<p>ACT: (I was planning on using these scores, and will be retaking the test in september because I can get higher scores.)
Composite: 32
Writing: 12
English: 30
Math:32
Reading:33
Science:33</p>
<p>I have taken 8 AP classes so far, and I will be taking 6 more during senior year. </p>
<p>GPA:
Weighted:4.3
Unweighted:3.9</p>
<p>Extra Curriculars:</p>
<p>National Honor Society (this upcoming year, my Senior year)
Cross Country
Piano Lessons/ festivals
Viola in the orchestra
Volunteering at the Humane society (fairly regularly depending on the day and time of year)
Photo Club Secretary/Treasurer</p>
<p>I think I can write a decent Why Reed Essay and am going to brainstorm over the next month, but I don't know how creative I can make it.</p>
<p>Also, is the common app essay fairly important? I will try to make it the best that I can, but I have a lot of other stuff to work on at the moment.</p>