<p>I'm debating between doing early decision or regular. Northwestern is my number one choice for sure, but the only reason I'm hesitant is because of my SAT score. I scored a 2090 overall (650CR 770M 670W) and i feel like this is below average. </p>
<p>Would I have a better chance retaking December SAT and applying regular assuming ill get around 2200, or am I just better off applying early decision with my current scores? </p>
<p>I noticed that Northwestern's early decision rates were significantly higher than their regular admission, so I assumed that they valued dedication to their college.</p>
<p>What about your other stats?</p>
<p>Sounds very reasonable. You may also want to take a couple SAT2 as they are recommended or required depending on the school or program you are applying.</p>
<p>here are my other stats from my chance me:</p>
<p>Major: Engineering (undecided, maybe mechanical or electrical)
Male / Asian</p>
<p>Weighted GPA: 4.262
Unweighted GPA: 3.83
(All of my B’s came from sophomore year. I got straight A’s junior year)
Rank: 52/716
SAT: 2090 (770 M 650 CR 670 WR)
SAT II: 740 Math II, 720 Korean
AP Scores: Biology (3), European History (3), Eng Lang (3), Psychology (5), Calculus AB (5)
Senior year courses: AP Economy, AP Art History, AP Calculus BC, English Lit, Physics</p>
<p>ECs:
California Scholarship Federation High Honors Member (4 years)
President of Ye Eun Presbyterian Church English Ministry (1 year)
Treasurer of Ye Eun Presbyterian Church English Ministry (1 year)
Main Vocalist and Guitarist of Ye Eun Presbyterian Church (2 years)
Glendale Memorial Hospital Volunteer (8 hours/week) (2013 summer to present)
Varsity Tennis (2 years)
Varsity Track (1 year)
American Heart Association club member (1 year)</p>
<p>Awards:
AP Scholar Award
Perfect Attendance Award (Junior year)
Scholar Athlete Award</p>
<p>I would go for the ED if I were you. I think the ED boost outweighs the boost from ~100 point increase in SATI</p>
<p>^ I don’t think the ED effect would be like a 100 point boost across the board. It mainly gives higher chances to qualified applicants or those with hooks.</p>