Help with my applications please!!

Applying to College
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<p>I am a junior in high school and next year I'm looking to apply to UCLA, UCB, UCSB, USC and a few others. I have had serious medical problems since 8th grade that are seemingly starting to go away. In order to explain questionable areas of my application I was wondering if I could send in a doctors note or an explanation of what exactly I was diagnosed with, as it is uncommon.</p>

<p>As far as academics, I have a 4.0 this year but last year was very difficult health wise and I received about a 3.4. My SAT score is 2100+ and even though I have been in and out of school I have held positions in student government, model un, and a community service organization. Also, my hardships have given me inspiration to be a volunteer at a nearby hospital working with kids and recently I have been very dedicated to that. </p>

<p>Besides touching on my obstacles in essays, is there any other way of providing these universities with extra information? Also has any had experience in a relatable situation or known someone who has? How do you think colleges will react to my situation? Thanks!</p>

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<p>I’m sorry about your medical problems. It certainly sounds like you’ve done amazing work despite them.</p>

<p>Without knowing the nature of the problem and what exactly it affected, it’s hard to say. I would think, though that if it was relevant to your school experience, your recommendation letter from the GC would discuss it.</p>