Do I have a chance at all? (ED applicant)

Colleges and Universities A-Z Middlebury College
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<p>I really like Midd and some of the other really competitive LACs such as Amherst, Colgate, Carleton, Haverford etc. I know I'm not the best applicant, but I was hoping that along with Early Decision my URM and EC's would be able to get me into a big reach. I could also potentially get help from the swim coach (so far only contacted by Colby College for swimming which is not nearly the level that Midd's at so probably unlikely). If I applied ED would I have a decent shot at getting in? If not, what about Carleton? HELP PLEASE. Applying to college blows. </p>

<p>Male, Massachusetts resident at top ranked public
3.3 GPA uw (I'm carrying a 4.0 so far this semester, it should be going up)
Senior course load: AP English, AP Calc, AP Physics B, H-Econ, H-Modern European, Expository Writing
AP Biology and Psychology junior year: 4's
All other courses honors, most rigorous course load available throughout my high school.</p>

<p>SATs: 790 CR, 630 M, 680 Writing (2100) retaking in October to bump up math.
SAT II: 670 Biology-E, 720 US History
National Spanish Exam: Silver medalist</p>

<p>RECS: Most likely outstanding, I was my English teacher's favorite student.
Essay: very good if I do say so myself
EC's:
-Captain of Varsity Swim Team (4 letters, league champ)
-Fully licensed EMT with 100s of on call hours and experience on ambulance and emergencies since age 16
-Active participant in Model UN, been to many conference
-Water safety instructor and lifeguard at my town beach, been working as town employee every day of every summer since I was 13 (now head lifeguard)
-A founding member of SADD (Students Against Destructive Descisions) chapter in my school
-Science fair, NHS, the regular...</p>

<p>Hooks:
-URM: Hispanic, dual citizen with Dominican Republic
-Lived abroad in Tokyo for 3 years</p>

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<p>As a URM with 1470 (math + verbal) you should have a decent chance. Obviously,that’s a great CR score. If math comes up even 30 points it might be helpful. Your grades may be a bit of an issue but could be outweighed by the scores and recommendations. It makes sense to reach out to the swimming coach. If Carlton is easier to get into, it’s a VERY slight difference. They are probably equally difficult. So try the one you want the most. Have you visited? Just make sure that you feel certain, of course, if you go early decision.</p>

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<p>I also think you have a chance. The swim coach is new, so I’d fill out the recruiting form-there may be some turnover on the team, and an opportunity for a few more swimmers.</p>

<p>Your test scores are as good as many recruited athletes…Grades not, but be sure to get a transcript showing your current excellent grades.</p>

<p>You have good ECs and while your SATs and grades are on the low side,they aren’t hopeless, the upward trend is good, and your heritage will help you. I think you would be a good addition.
Go for it!</p>

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<p>I would reach out to the coach ASAP as I know several kids from my community going on their recruiting trips there in the next couple of weeks.</p>