<p>Hey hey
Im Current Junior in HighSchool in Atlanta. I was trying to see my chances of getting into UC. I am hopefully going to major in some type of Social Science....
Current GPA: 3.0 , I should be at a 3.3-3.4 At the end of my senior year.Very competitve highschool..Im currently in AP Psychology and Honors French...But I heard we are no longer receiving extra credit for Honors classes. I was born in Libya (African American) so I am considered a part of a minority (Better chances?) I play soccer for my highschool,french club(3 years now),key club,and help with fundraisers around with area...Im currently taking SAT classes and I am also scheduled to take the SAT soon..Hopefully I can get a really good score! Its either BU or GT (Georgia Tech),or UC..What do you think of my chances? (I know there pretty low :P)</p>
<p>But I see alot of the more northern schools are looking for african americans.</p>
<p>Do your best junior year as far as your grades are concerned. In addition to your current list, you might also look at LAC's such as Colby or Skidmore where being male, a-a, and from the south would work in your favor.</p>
<p>Thanks alot for the suggestions! I was looking for a much more urban school.</p>
<p>Then look at Trinity and Conn College (in CT), Sarah Lawrence (NY), NYU.</p>
<p>So what do you think about UC? I will add those other schools to my list..</p>
<p>My crystal ball isn't that reliable that I can say. All I can tell you is that, from what I have seen, the admissions folk will give your application fair consideration. Your GPA, as you know, is not your strongest point. IMO, your best bet is to show improvement in your junior and the first half of your senior year, and to take your essays very, very seriously. Don't give up on Chicago - but make sure you also apply to a range of other schools.</p>
<p>Bashi-</p>
<p>Definitely apply! While I do not think you should define your chances solely based on skin color, the University of Chicago's 7% African American ratio could use some improving...But, don't apply there just because of that. Do some more research, you've got time.</p>
<p>Thanks alot for the encouragment guys! Just a random question...why dont they really check the 2nd semester of senior year?</p>
<p>That's after you've been admitted. They do a final check to make sure you haven't been struck with major senoritis. For Chicago, though, you will want as much knowledge and skill as possible available to you once you reach the college.</p>
<p>hopefully i can get in..im going to try to struggle for a 3.5-3.55 , it will be possible if i get 4.0's rest of the 3 semesters..wish me luck guys! This is my #1 choice.</p>
<p>good luck!</p>
<p>what I can say is that your grades are your grades, you do the best you can and don't freak yourself out too much-- if you're just working for the grade and nothing else, then it's not worth it, not even for this wonderful school. If you've just been slacking on homework and you have potential that's not reflected in your grades, well... that's a little different. You do have time to shape up!</p>
<p>when you apply, be sure that you get as much as your enthusiasm about going to UC out in writing as possible. Be specific about why you want to go HERE (not just, "yeah, it's ranked number 9 in USNWR and it's in Chicago and I'm a huge Bears fan!") </p>
<p>so do your research, visit the school if you can, and... relax! have fun (if you can)</p>
<p>Yea I visited the school already about 2 weeks ago...Was AMAZING...I fell in love with the school and the city of chicago....I will hopefully visit again summer break for a tour..</p>
<p>Bashi,</p>
<p>You should start communicating with the admissions rep for your region. I think Chicago is one school where visiting and making contact counts for a lot. Also, maybe you could try to sit in on one of the classes? Just a thought.</p>
<p>Any Idea when I should do all of that? Im still a junior in highschool , would it be to early to be doing it?</p>
<p>No, I don't think it's too early to tell them you're just interested. Of course, you should try to reconcile the fact that you might change your mind (as I did even the summer following eleventh grade). </p>
<p>E-mail the soccer coach. Also, you could ask for recommended reading, or tips for the application. If anything, you will appear determined.</p>