Do I have a shot at Stanford?

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>I'm usually a 3.8 unweighted, 4.2 weighted GPA student, but because of a family crisis this last month, my grades have dropped to B's. I'm confident I can pull up to straight A's by the end of the semester. But as it is, I have a 3.5 unweighted, 3.8 weighted.</p>

<p>I'm a full IB Diploma candidate, with a projected score of 38-39. I got 29 on the ACT and 2000 on the SAT. I've volunteered 500 hours at the zoo and science museum. I've been to Vietnam on a Medical Mission. (I love volunteering, as you can probably guess!) I've been in five school plays (about 200 hours per show), I'm an active member of the swim team, NSHSS, Mensa. I'm also a singer and I do acrobatics (trapeze, a little gymnastics).</p>

<p>Also, for what it's worth, I've struggled with the autistic spectrum (I have Asperger's), and moderate to severe depression. I've had both of these all my life. I'm not planning to use it as an excuse for low grades. I just want to impress by showing all I've done despite disabilities.</p>

<p>I know it's a really long shot, but seriously, Stanford is perfect for me.</p>

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<p>Applying wont hurt. But your stats are just well below the average for Stanford. No one can say you won’t be accepted, but the chances are not good. Probably out of reach, but you never know.</p>

<p>Look at other schools. You’re a good match at many state schools and mid-tier private schools.</p>

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<p>Well, that’s discouraging.</p>

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<p>Dont be discouraged in applying. </p>

<p>If you have great recs, are an URM, and write some killer essays, you have a chance.</p>

<p>I must add that Aspergers is not recognized as a mental disease everywhere. Depression is also not something that will likely help you get admitted. </p>

<p>Since people generally apply for more reaches than anything else, you should definitely apply widely.</p>

<p>USC is a possible match, for example, if you bring up your current semester grades.</p>

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<p>Depends on your essay. Your GPA and tests scores are quite low though. good luck. </p>

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