Hi all! I’ve recently applied to several prestigious schools, namely Columbia, Pomona and Brown. My GPA has always been strong with almost all IB/AP classes (97.2 average unweighted, 99 weighted for first three years of high school). I also have very strong SAT scores, extracurriculars, essays, etc. Assuming my chances were possible at these top schools before, how much will a small dip my senior year impact decisions? I got my first B in all of high school (89 in physics) in quarter 1 of senior year, along with a 92 in gym, (I usually had a 98+ in both classes) because I’ve been very depressed and have had difficulty keeping track of due dates and concentrating (I forgot my gym clothes a few times and missed some physics homeworks), but my overall GPA in quarter 1 was still a 95 unweighted. Now, as quarter 2 is coming to a close, it looks like my grades may sink again (I’m aiming for about a 94 average unweighted, but worst case scenario maybe a 92 with several high-Bs/80s). I have been speaking to a therapist about the possibility of having ADHD and/or depression, but I haven’t received any sort of diagnosis, although my therapist believes I definitely have a clinical issue. Should I look to find some sort of diagnosis so as to alert my colleges, or would that do more harm than good? I understand these grades are by no means the end of the world… I just do not want to jeopardize my chances all because I look like I’m in a senior slump. Thank you for reading in advance!