I’m a high school senior who will be applying in the fall of 2017 to Soka University of America. This is my dream school because of how different it is. I am a pacifist who is very passionate about equality and the earth. As soon as I read about this school I decided to reach for the stars and go for it.
Avg GPA of entering class: 3.74
Avg SAT: 1798
Avg ACT: 28
My gpa is well below average for this school (3.1) I had a family crisis freshman year and couldn’t handle high school, but throughout time I grew to manage my responsibilities and finished my junior year with a 3.5. Right now sadly my mental health is deteriorating and my grades are hurting a bit, but I will put twice as much effort this last upcoming semester.
My SAT score is 1950 and I’m planning on taking it a few more times, i’m working towards increasing my score.
I do have some ECs (few clubs, few sports, some competitions) but not as many as I would like, Since I’m taking a year off I plan to do a lot of meaningful volunteering.
My ACT score is a 29 and I’m also planning to retake that.
If I write two killer essays and get good recommendations, is there any real chance of me being accepted? I’m taking a year off highs school for me to realize this goal of mine and if there is anything else I could do to increase my chances I’d love to hear about it! Thank you so much