Do i have even the slightest of chance?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Stanford University
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<p>I am currently doing the ib diploma(1-7) and have taken one of the most demanding courses in a very prestigious and one of the best schools in my country.
Easily in the top 3 in my class. Highest scorer in the examinations with a respectable 38/42, can be easily improved.
Math hl(higher level) - 7(top 3)(equivalent i think to 95% or 4.25 on GPA)
Physics hl - 7(top 3)
Chem hl - 7(top in class)
Economics sl(standard level) - 7(top in class)
English sl A - 6
Spanish ab intio - 6
Additionally we have to write a 4000 word essay called the extended essay which is basically a research essay which is at a similar level to those that are to be done at the college level. Also, i have a very keen interest in computer science and plan to take up computer engineering, i got a 95% in grade 10 in one of the most demanding(difficult) of courses available. I have learnt the java program on my own and also know a little abou c++.
I have yet to take the SAT, my practice scores suggest a 2200-2350.
My eca's:
part of a business and economics publication
participated in the Habitat for humanity campaign by living in a cardboard box for 17 hours
did time at the Riding for the Disabled
was a part of the chess club at grade 10
regularly play badminton and tennis, part of the school team in badminton
wanna join model united nations(will it be very helpful?).
part of the Radio control club which builds aeroplanes and radio controlled cars</p>

<p>As you can see i have not been too nerdy and at the same time not been too complacent. I think what sets me apart is the fact that i do not learn "as is" but instead like to question whatever i learn. I have proved the physics and math teacher wrong on several occasions and have corrected the chemistry teacher on a few.
So do you think i have a chance?</p>

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<p>Certainly. Btw there are lots of IB schools in North America, Stanford is very familiar with IB marks. Many of my friends applied to univ. in the USA with IB marks similar to yours and were all accepted.</p>

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<p>you have a shot--the same shot as everyone else with those scores.
keep in mind that out of the 23000 people who apply to stanford every year, up to 5000 are probably amazing wiht their academics and ecs, so admission process has to get pretty holistic. the valedictorian of my class of 850 is captain of the debate team and a major athlete and on and on...and he got flat out rejected. with your stats, jsut focus on maintaining them and then writing good essays and getting good recs</p>

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<p>Are you an international applicant? If so, do you need fin aid? (it does make a difference for internationals, their admissions are not need blind)</p>

<p>You don't have to start new activities to boost your application. Just do what you really enjoy, and do it well.</p>

<p>"I have proved the physics and math teacher wrong on several occasions and have corrected the chemistry teacher on a few." -- just FYI, there is nothing wrong in standing your ground when you are right, but bragging about it this way makes you sound like a very annoying person. (Just a warning ;))</p>

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<p>To answer your question: yes, you do have a chance. How you present yourself on your application is very important. Write outstanding and personable essays and cross your fingers. Good luck!</p>

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<p>i just took the sat ii's and got a
Math 740 (????)
Physics 760 (???)
should i retake them or leave them as they are. I am applying for Early action and i am retaking the sat1.</p>

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<p>I think in general anything over 700 is fine and 750+ is great.</p>