<p>I was told on here that with my stats, it's a reach - 3.77/4.14 GPA, 1940 SAT (1330), 5 on APUS, 5 on APWH, 5 on APPsych, and 4 on APChemistry Exams. 700 on USH and Math 2 subject tests. Decent EC's, good recs and essays.</p>
<p>But I'm seeing all these people with 3.5 GPAs and 1800 SATs getting into CAS or LSPed. So based on the ED results, what would you say my chances are? </p>
<p>And do you think the standards have declined, or is it that standards are generally lower for ED applicants?</p>
<p>When the admissions people came to my school, they flat out told me you have a slight advantage when you apply ED because you’re saying “this is my first choice, and I will drop everything for this school”. Plus. You have to apply early, haha. </p>
<p>Also, I think in this economic climate standards may be lowered a little. Especially in New York City, since it’s hella expensive to live there.</p>
<p>You also have to take in consideration the school. Whether they have AP or IB offered, and how many. The school’s size. Those kinds of things.</p>
<p>You are not a “reach” but any means with those stats. You are probably more of a “match” than a “high match,” even. So whoever told you this is misinformed, in my opinion.</p>
<p>I don’t think the standards have declined, I just think some tend to put too much weight on having 700+ in every section of the SAT. You have a very good chance.</p>