<p>I'll be applying to several BA/BS-MD programs, Northwestern's being one of the reach ones for me. Could I be considered a contender at all with these scores?</p>
<p>SAT: 2250
Chem Subject test: 760
Math level 2: 740</p>
<p>I do plan on retaking the SAT this fall, as well as taking the Bio subject test. Also, I'd say my resume of extra-curriculars/other activities is top notch, but looking at the averages for accepted students, I do know how much academics is stressed (Math subject test score is an obvious "blemish"). Any comments at all as to whether I'll even be considered would be nice.</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>the [first cut] app for hpme is super easy; you just have to mail in a postcard with your scores if I remember right. No essay or anything unless you make it to round 2. Go for it.</p>
<p>Your scores will get you an application (but do try to get that Math II score up if possible - I recommend taking the free online sparknote tests, about 6 of them I think.) 2250 is fine. To get an interview, your writing must be excellent and your ECs should be impressive. To get a spot, it’s all about how you can truly convince them, integrating your ECs, that you 100% want to be a doctor.</p>
<p>I did a bunch of practice tests, from both SparkNotes and elsewhere, prior to taking the Math subject test, and I never got below a 780 on any of them. It was just a bad test-taking day for me. I’ll definitely consider taking it again when I take the Biology subject test in November (I’m taking the regular SAT’s in October). Thanks a bunch for your help, guys.</p>
<p>Bio subject test isn’t necessary, so don’t sweat it. By that time you will most likely have millions of essays to write for apps, etc.</p>