ED 2 Chances? Carleton

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<p>Hi, sorry to be annoying. I would love some input on this though.
First, are my chances better if I apply ED2? I would be very happy to lock in to Carleton early, but my only hesitation is (like most people) the money. I have heard that I can get out of going if my family feels uncomfortable with the aid package. Is this true?
Carleton is TOTALLY my #1 choice - I really wish money wasn't a factor!</p>

<p>Ok, here are my stats... </p>

<p>GPA - 4.7 weighted (i've heard carleton looks at weighted)
ACT - 31 superscore
White girl from Chicago
Extra curriculars - founder & president of my school's yoga club, volunteered 2 summers in Latin America with Amigos de las Americas, started a blog that promotes female empowerment, Jewish Student Union treasurer, chamber strings & pit orchestra (all 4 years), spanish honor society. </p>

<p>i know these "chance me" things are kind of annoying and not always accurate I have heard, but I would love input. And input if i should apply ED2. </p>

<p>thanks so much in advance.</p>

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<p>PS - my godfather went to carleton as well. not sure if that’s important but i thought i would add it.</p>

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<p>You look like you have a strong chance. Applying ED always gives you a bit of a leg up, because the school doesn’t have to play guessing games as to whether you will actually attend or not. Carleton graciously guarantees meeting 100% of demonstrated need for all four years, so keep that in mind.</p>

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<p>Thanks! I think I will apply ED - I just have to talk to my counselor</p>

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<p>If anybody else has any input let me know please! Thanks!</p>

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<p>bumpppppppppppp</p>

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<p>[You don’t need to bump your thread if it’s already at the top of the page, lol…]</p>

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<p>If there is a boost this year for ED2 applicants over RD, it is probably not going to be as significant as in prior years. See this post from admissions: </p>

<p>[Carleton</a> College: Admissions: Admissions Office Blog: updates from Johnson House](<a href=“http://apps.carleton.edu/admissions/office_blog/?story_id=798118]Carleton”>http://apps.carleton.edu/admissions/office_blog/?story_id=798118)</p>

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<p>wow. thats a lot of applicants then.
any other input? im kind of terrified!</p>

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<p>I’m seriously freaking out. So anxious. Any other opinions?</p>

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<p>I think you will get in. Your stats are good, and you have great extra curriculars. In the end, it will probably come down to your essay and recommendations. Good luck :)</p>

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<p>Thanks so much!</p>