<p>:( It seems as though the more I browse- the worse my outlook becomes...</p>
<p>I'm a junior right now and in-state
3.8 Unweighted with only 2 AP classes
Some EC but not outstanding
1860 SAT (First try) / 1260 if you only count math and verbal
-700 M
-560 CR [I blew it, i know... :'( ]
-600 W
Rank 5 of 350</p>
<p>I only have one more chance to bring my SAT score up in October... but will this delay the review of my application (bringing down any chance I had of U of M)?</p>
<p>I think you have a chance. I'm from out of state and I got in with a 1360 and somewhere around a 3.7. I had an impressive resume so I think as long as you have some ECs or experience you should be fine. Of course it wouldn't hurt to bring up your SAT score though.</p>
<p>Sure you have a chance. 3.8 unweighed GPA is pretty much around the norm and your top 2% class rank is very impressive. You certainly have a decent chance. Improve your SAT by 150 points and your chances will be much improved. Apply in September...October at the latest.</p>
<p>You should try the ACT, you may do much better on it. The tests are very different.</p>
<p>samwise, I forgot to mention that I tried the ACT as well and the results were even worse... 25 :( I'm retaking it next week but I dont know if its likely that I'll improve dramatically. </p>
<p>Alexandre, if I apply in September but still have the October SAT-retake results pending, will they wait to review my application? Or will they start to review it as soon as they get it and go from there?</p>
<p>They will start reviewing about 2-4 weeks after receiving your application, but they will not reject you early because your GPA and class rank at too good to ignore. If they like you, they will accept you immediately, otherwise, they will deffer you and review your candidature later, once your second SATs have returned. But if you apply in September, I think you have a decent chance. Your GPA and class rank are pretty strong. Your SAT is below average at Michigan, but it is still within the range.</p>
<p>question- to apply in september, should I get my letters of rec now from teacher?</p>
<p>I do not think you need to approach your teachers now. You can approach them 2 weeks into your senior year. That early, you would be one of the first to approach them, so it will be good enough to ensure a quick response. Just be sure to follow up with your school every week. Sometimes, school need a bit of a push.</p>
<p>Cool, thanks for the help Alexandre!
If you dont mind me asking another question- does U of M look deeply into grade trends? This is the last quarter of my jr. year and I've got some B+'s coming. Up til now, I've usually had all A's.</p>
<p>Yes and no. First of all, Michigan will usually use your Sophomore-Junior years only. Your Freshmen year will not be considered and your Senior year cannot be considered. Well, your first couple of quarters maybe, but that'a about it.</p>
<p>But if you had a 4.0 GPa your Sophomore year and a 3.7 your Junior year, you should be alright. Obviously, if your GPA dipped significantly more, then yes, the downward trend will hurt you.</p>
<p>I think if you apply early and write a really great essay you have a possible chance of being accepted without the other ACT/SAT scores. Of course, take them and improve on them, but your class rank is very good and if you get a few B+ then that shouldn't hurt your chances if you were taking difficult courses. Just rememeber to write a good essay that makes you stand out and send it in early. If you can get it in before the start of October you should have a decent chance at getting in, but still try to improve on the scores.</p>
<p>And another thing don't let stats of other people get you down, just stay calm. I had a similar problem. I remember coming here and looking at the higher SAT's and GPA's and I didn't even apply that early like mid-October and I still got in. So just stay calm, make sure you highlight your GPA and extra-curricular activities in your application and write good essays.</p>
<p>Thanks for the advice docintraning :) I guess I'll just have to wait and see how things go.</p>