<p>I’m going to quietly exit this topic.
(oops, split infinitive…)</p>
<p>I agree with the advice that you should take the ACT! There’s one in September and October, so you could still meet the early deadline with at least September. Your chances right now are not so good, and the glaring error I see is your SAT score. If you can do well (or better) on the ACT, that will definitely boost your chances. Higher test scores, an outstanding essay, and applying early decision will strengthen your application. It won’t help much, but you can use all you can get. Good luck.</p>
<p>@soze:
well played, sir. Well played.</p>
<p>@soze I understand your point but respectfully disagree! You say “Realistically, how well are you going to do among a student body who had 4.0’s and 2350’s? You would likely not do well…” I participated in a great program this summer at Columbia (mentioned in my original post) and had great discussions with my professor, fellow peers, and a group of rising senior columbia students, that just goes to prove that intelligence and how you make use of what you learn are not always measured by the grades or test scores you earn. I consider myself to have a growth mindset and intellectually curious and maybe I haven’t received the best education or have the best grammar but that won’t prevent me from trying hard to catch up with those that already have these qualities. I am more than just my test score! I recommend participating in something similar to what I experienced this summer! It can really open your eyes! If you feel like reading about what my experience was like, there’s an article written about in in the NY times: </p>
<p>Thanks to everyone for all the helpful comments! </p>
<p><a href=“Opinion | Plato and the Promise of College - The New York Times”>Opinion | Plato and the Promise of College - The New York Times; </p>
<p>I don’t know why it didn’t show the link sorry.</p>
<p>OP: Ok, let’s turn it around every so slightly.</p>
<p>Brown routinely rejects candidates with 4.0/2400’s (I personally know at least two in the past few years).</p>
<p>You would need to present a truly compelling reason for them to take you, whilst at the same time rejecting someone who scored over 500 points higher.</p>
<p>Do you have such a reason to present?</p>
<p>Have you considered Providence College? It may be a more realistic option and would provide you with the same city surrounding.</p>
<p>@soze My last comment was responding to the portion of your comment that made me feel like you believed I wouldn’t be able to able to succeed in a college environment if the college was very prestigious. I just wanted to make sure you heard my thoughts on what you had to say. As for answering your question, I don’t think that I have an argument that would GUARANTEE that I get into the school (or I probably wouldn’t have created this thread) because it’s really not in my hands and it is a very selective school. I know the odds aren’t in my favor but hopefully my passion will show through in my application. I have time until then to retake the SATs and try to improve my chances a little bit at least. I appreciate your bluntness though so thanks!</p>
<p>@WishfulWolverine Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll look into that school!</p>
<p>Your ECs and personal experiences can slightly compensate for your SAT score/some of your grades, but it will still be very, very difficult to get into Brown. Emphasizing your passion for Brown and applying ED could also help, but I would start looking into other schools that may be a better fit. Spend some time studying for the SAT or try your hand at the ACT, because that is what is really bringing you down. Best of luck though!
Chance me back? <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1674062-take-a-chance-on-me-chances-for-top-schools-vanderbilt-columbia-northwestern.html”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/what-my-chances/1674062-take-a-chance-on-me-chances-for-top-schools-vanderbilt-columbia-northwestern.html</a></p>