Getting to Harvard

[Marlind]

<p>Hi guys,this is my first post in here but I've been lurking for some time.I have this burning desire to get to Harvard.I have a couple of years to prepare myself to meet the standards an Ivy League college requires.
Lets start with my current CV:
Always an 10 student(our grading is from 4 to 10)(my last years Final Grade was 9.8)
Always stood out in my class because of the extra information I gathered
Been part of the school Newspaper for years,writing three essays or more ,one about sports and nutrition(in depth biological analysis of everything stated),one essay on my view of the world and one essay as part of an Anti-Drug campaign.
Also I am an active member(for free) in a Drug Rehabilitation center and the centers youth representative.
I have worked for a couple of months as a Photoshop designer in a designing office in here.
I've been bodybuilding for one year and a half and won a local show between gyms,I am also a member of Bodybuilding Albania.
I took TOEFL when I was 13 years and one month old with 97 points(I rushed too much when doing it,I could have gotten higher points) and my case was covered by several national media(because of my young age) Rast</a> i rralle, vetem 13 vjec dhe mbron Toeflin
Now I'm 15 and I am in the most difficult High school in the country.I'm keeping my grades at the level I had them(well kind of :P).I'm looking forward to do the SAT1( I got the book today) and the Three SAT2 by next year(haven't chosen them yet :P).
I also have a passion in reading science ,especially biology.My passion for biology was first caught by my parents(both doctors) and at the age of 3 i got my first anatomy atlas (I wanted it,after i saw one in my parents books)and all my toys were animals.
I've also been awarded for my essays and my manner of saying things in a very straight-forward way but also with a sleek style so they aren't vulgar in anyway and I've been told that my essays put the reader in self-exploration mode.
I've also painted since I was three years old and Ive also been in a painting course and won several painting competitions.
MY current HIgh school curricula is(for the 10th class):
Mathematics
Advanced Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Literature
Politics(sociology)
Life Education
Physical Education
History of Art
World History
Earth Sciences(A huge book with info ranging from Astronomy, Geology and Geography)
French
English
Computer Sciences</p>

<p>I know Albanian(my mother language) ,English ,Italian and French.
What do you guys suggest,where should i focus more?How important are my grades(as I come from a foreign country).
Thanks for your time :D../..</p>

[fauve]

<p>You will have to take the SAT I and three SAT II Subject Tests to be considered for admission. Once you have those scores in hand, repost your question, and we’ll be able to give you a better answer.</p>

[slakedlime]

<p>Here’s an excellent discussion thread on preparing for Harvard; it tells you to focus on your passions and excel in them…
<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/harvard-university/205530-how-get-into-harvard-harvard-student-21.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/harvard-university/205530-how-get-into-harvard-harvard-student-21.html&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

<p>Since you’re 15, I think that you should explore and nurture your passions. This will automatically lead you to competitions, awards and amazing experiences that might seem impossible now! E.g. there are plenty of prestigious international essay writing competitions out there, e.g. by UNICEF, the Commonwealth, that you can participate in. </p>

<p>Take advantage of all the ECA opportunities, volunteering experiences, etc in your community and around without overwhelming yourself. Be committed to your community and give back to it. E.g. since you say that you like animals, maybe you could volunteer at your zoo or do research on animals (e.g. from a local university under a professor).</p>

<p>Your courseload looks amazing and very, very thorough! Keep up your grades :)</p>

<p>I’ll just end with saying that there’s no clear formula to making the grade for Harvard. Follow your heart, grow as a person, always excel. What makes you amazing? What can you give to the world that nobody else can? These are questions that only you can answer and build on. I wish you the best of luck!</p>