<p>I'm looking for anything you can offer to improve my chances of getting in to Princeton, or any comments in general</p>
<p>I've taken the IB Diploma, and have the following grades:
SL English-6
SL Economics-7
SL French-6
HL Chemistry-7
HL Biology-7
HL Mathematics-7
and 3 additional bonus points for my essays...A total of 43 points.</p>
<p>SAT's- 780- Writing 790-Mathematics 800- Critical Reading
I'm in the top 1% of a graduating class of 512 students.</p>
<p>I've been an active member in the community, being a tutor, and helping set
up a hygiene school...In total I have 500+ volunteer hours.</p>
<p>I've been grade 10, 11, and 12 representative for a Tsunami Relief Organization, and a member of Free the Children, and Badminton team.</p>
<p>I have achieved a black belt in karate, and RCM 8 in piano, and Rep Soccer for 1 year. I have also been a National winner in a poetry writing contest for 2 years.</p>
<p>I am a legacy student as well. Any posts are greatly appreciated!</p>
<p>you have a very good chance og gettting in because since you are a legacy student it already doubled your chances than a regular student. As for deciding it is still tentative because your reccomendation letters, and essay are vital factors in the decision.</p>
<p>You academics are beyond awesome, even though 3 are SLs. Fact: SLs don't really count. A 7 on Bio is incredible, though. (Makes me very envious LOL!) I do have some cautions, however. </p>
<p>Community service: Never, ever about the hours. "Committment Hours" is what they should call them.</p>
<p>National/State Awards/Distinctions: A little empty, considering your academic talent.</p>
<p>Since you're a legacy student, I assume that both of your parents are very well educated and have respectable careers. Is this true? If so, the fact that you have not listed any work experience is a big turn-off. Priviledged legacy student who's never washed dishes in a mom-and-pop or never stood at a cash register for 8 hours? Hmmm...</p>
<p>My big piece of advice would be for you to NOT depend too much upon your academics or community service. Certainly, your scores are to be VERY MUCH commended; however, since you're probably better off than most, it's much more understandable. Basically, take NOTHING for granted. Don't forget to EXPLAIN the extent of your ECs as well.</p>
<p>BTW, if you have the $$, hire a college counselor.</p>
<p>Actually, two of my uncles and two of my grandparents went to Princeton, and I mentioned one in my essay; none of my parents went to Princeton, though they both have respectable occupations. And no, I did not hire a college counsellor AT ALL.</p>