<p>I found Bates as a college that really suits me and want to apply ED. Also, Connecticut college seems to be quite nice and similar to Bates.
My GPA is 4.83 on scale 5.00.
I am an international, first year student from a low-income country.
Also, I'm Valedictorian of 270 students.
Not intending on taking the SAT since these colleges are test-optional and do not have a lot of time to study for it.
My school offers special subjects such as: Biochemistry (will be my major), Organic Chemistry, Microbiology, Cosmetology, Sanitary Chemistry etc. I'm really into Chemistry and almost every part of my high school education is dedicated to it. Also,I have had some 'ordinary' subjects: Biology, History, Sociology, Math, Physics etc.
Will this contribute or not?</p>
<p>And when it comes to my extracurriculars and awards, well, here I go:</p>
<p>member of school council for 4 years and its president for almost 2 years
coordinator of one of the two national clubs which are a part of a global movement that was announced as one of the best projects for this century.
member of the British Councils' project "Connecting Classrooms" and a leader of my team for a year (cooperated with the Center for Democracy and Transitional justice, organized a charity play etc)
started dancing at the age of 13 (worked as a dance teacher for a month, participated in a few local celebrations)
won the first place at the national competition ( projects which will provide youngsters with better education and life conditions) in 2012 and 2013
won the second place at the international competition for the best innovation
won the second place at the Researchers' night that is held in more then 300 European cities each year
founder of school radio
correspondent for one national web portal
150+ volunteer hours
participated in a 12 day youth exchange abroad (set up by the European Union)
participated as a representative of my country in two training courses (the EU programme)
participated in 4-5 national seminars</p>
<p>Will get letters of recommendation from two teachers, my principal and the British Council.</p>
<p>Financial aid is a must. </p>
<p>What are my chances of getting accepted?</p>
<p>Thanks for your help in advance. :)</p>