<p>(Senior) I'm a B- student right now, but I am currently re-taking some classes to boost my GPA. I want to know how I can stand out when I apply to colleges in a few months. Here's what my acedemic/ec record would look like. </p>
<p>EC'S: (so far)
Stage Crew(9)
Associated Student Body: Section Representative(10)
Volunteer at Ceders Sinai Hospital(10)
Student Ambassador(9,11,12)
Health Club(12)</p>
<p>Classes
4 Years of English/Literature(9, 10, 11, 12)
3 Years of Spanish (SP1, SP2, SP3)
3 Years of Science (General Science, Biology, Chemistry)
4 Years of Math (Algebra1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Statistics)
3 Years of History/Social Studies (10, 11, 12(Government/Economy)
Electives (Ceramics(10), Drawing(12), Communication Arts(12))</p>
<p>Retaking my ACT two more times, Sept 11, and October 23.</p>
<p>College's I'm interested in/applying to:
1.St. John's University
2.Pace University
3.Hofstra University
4.Long Island University
5.Marist College</p>
<p>What are my chances of getting into these colleges?
Do you think my acedemic/ec record is acceptable?
What can I do extra to stand out?
Anything extra worth knowing that can help me with my applications?</p>
<p>Well if you really wanted a leg up on any of the colleges I’d say show some commitment to their colleges right now. Contact their office, schedule an interview, write letters to them–do something others wouldn’t have the guts to do</p>
<p>I’ve heard from many people how kids with so-so stats get into college X because of their expressed “interest” early on. When i say expressed interest I mean ALOT of interest like writing letters/talking to the college admins to the point they’re friends</p>
<p>Thank you. I express A LOT of interest in St. John’s I email them CONSTANTLY asking them for info and telling them how much I would love to attend their school. I hope it works out.</p>
<p>Your EC list isn’t an issue. It’ll be your GPA. How are your test scores? </p>
<p>If you were my kid, I’d say focus on getting the best grades possible your senior year – even dropping lesser ECs. Same thing if some SAT/ACT prep class could help.</p>
<p>If you’ve got some free time, i’d recommend maybe looking into taking some courses at a local community college–not only will it save you money when you get to a university, but it’ll show that you’re willing to challenge yourself and maybe improve the impression of some of your lower grades.</p>