<p>Hi!
I am nervous about my applications to Rice and Vanderbilt...I've already gotten into Santa Clara, and Oregon, but Rice is my top choice... do I have any chance? I dont believe when my college counselor says I do.</p>
<p>SAT; 1860
Subjects: Physics: 520, Literature: 580 US History: 630
ACT: 26
GPA: Unweighted: 3.8, Weighted with (first semester senior year): 4.3ish??
Reccomendations: Really good! </p>
<p>EC's:
Varsity XC/ Track (Captain, State Qualifier)
National Charity League (Over 400 hours of Community service)
Girl Scouts (Gold, Silver and Bronze awards)
Volunteer at Local hospital
2 internships at physical therapy clinics (what I plan to study)
Summer employment at a toy store
Improv Club
Student Government
CSF/ NHS member</p>
<p>Essays: Really good (i think..)</p>
<p>I dont test well at ALL. I also switched schools between my sophomore and junior years and had a bit of a challenge transitioning... I got only a 3.7 (weighted) first semester junior year, but a 4.0 second. I went from being a straight a student (9th and 10th) to earning 3 B's and 1 C+!!</p>
<p>Do I have any shot? I am a dedicated student, but I dont know if my records reflect that? Help please!</p>