<p>First off, I know my standardized test scores are horrible. For this reason, I came on here to see if anyone can tell me if I at least have a little chance or no chance at all.
I am a Hispanic (Dominican to be exact) living in Arizona. I am the valedictorian of my class (4.0 UW 4.78 W). I've done National Honors Society, Student Goverment, and Site council. I also created my own club here at my school, the Anti Bullying club. I've volunteered at a food bank and a position at a hospice. My sat is 1710-> 650 M, 480 CR, 580 W. My act is 25. I did really try my hardest at these tests, such as studying for weeks and buying all those big books. Still to this day I do not understand why I kept not getting the scores I wanted. The day of the test I just freak out and do horrible with timing. I also took some subject tests even though they're not necessary -> 670 math 2, 670 math 1. I know it is stupid to take two math subject tests so do not bash me for it please. I talked to my cousin who goes to Brandeis and she says I have a shot but she is probably just being nice. Application deadlines are nearing so I can not retake those tests. I heard if I got wait listed then I should retake them but I really do not know. Please tell me if it is impossible or not.</p>
<p>I’m not a college admissions officer, but I believe each of these schools takes a holistic approach. This meaning they look at your strong GPA/class rank and your extracurriculars, which can make up for your SAT score. I say you have more of a chance than you think.</p>
<p>To wannabegenious. I hear that as well that these schools are holistic. Do you recommend retaking the tests if I was to be wait listed? Also do you think it is to my advantage to apple for NYU as an ED2? I am applying to the college of arts and sciences for these schools.</p>
<p>Check out the Hispanic Students forum (under College Admissions, Specialty Topics), lots of information there about scholarships, past Results, etc. Many experienced members there, however, you may not have much luck with a Chances thread.</p>
<p>NYU: Reach
BU: High match
Brandeis: Reach</p>
<p>Try Wake Forest, Ursinus College, WPI or another test-optional school, although Ursinus College requires multiple essays as supplements.</p>
<p>So is it even worth it to apply to NYU and Brandeis? I also forget to mention that my classes mainly consist of APs and the rest are honors. I am also the editor of my school’s literary magazine. I hear some students still retake the SAT in January. Is that something I should I do?</p>