<p>Hi, I'm a high school senior who is currently seriously considering taking the rest of the school year off on medical leave and coming back and re-applying to colleges next year due to mental illness. While my family and I think this is best for my health, I'm wondering how top colleges (i.e. HYPSMC) would view such a situation. With the exception of my senior year grades which were not very good due to my health, I'm an extremely strong candidate, and I'm wondering if taking the rest of the year off will completely destroy any chances I have at top colleges next year, given my stats. (Ask me to PM stats as I would like to maintain anonymity.)</p>
<p>Bump. Please, this could affect the rest of my life pretty significantly.</p>
<p>pm me stats, also call some admission offices to get their advice as well. Also, talk to your college counselor, etc</p>
<p>PM’d. Talking to my guidance counselor, if it wasn’t clear. Will also ask a friend who’s an adcom.</p>
<p>Re-post this in the Parents Forum. The people there will have helpful ideas for you. You aren’t the first person to face this.</p>
<p>Taking time off for a medical reason will not be negative. Staying in school when you really should be on medical leave could be a much bigger mistake.</p>
<p>I already have it reposted in the parents forum. :)</p>
<p>While I realize that, I’d like to gather as much information as possible so I can make an informed decision. Thank you!</p>
<p>One last polite bump.</p>