<p>Hey guys. I know it's a bit early (or might not be), considering I'm only in the beginning of my sophomore year, to make a chances thread aiming at the top universities, such as Georgetown, John Hopkins, and the Ivies. I would just like to receive an opinion as to whether I'm on the right track!</p>
<p>General Background: First generation Hispanic (Cuban to be specific).</p>
<p>Additional Info: I attended a private Catholic school from 6th to 9th grade but was forced to leave due to budget cuts and the fact that I was on a scholarship, so I am now attending a public school for 10th grade. </p>
<p>Academics</p>
<p>I. Freshman year
- Took AP World History (4)
- The rest were honors courses.
- Final GPA: 3.89 unweighted, 4.7 weighted.
- Took the EXPLORER Test (made by the ACT company) in which I got a composite score of 25, the maximum score possible. </p>
<p>II. Sophomore Year
- Taking AP Psych, AP Art History, and AP Spanish Lang (hoping to get a 5 on all, so far I have very high A's in all the classes).
- The rest are honors courses.
- Striving to get a 4.0 unweighted (which is what I currently have) and 5.0+ weighted.</p>
<p>III. Junior through Senior Year
- I was accepted into a program at Miami-Dade Community College called School of Advanced Studies, a very prestigious institution where I am planning to graduate from with an Associate of Arts degree.</p>
<p>Extra Curriculars</p>
<p>I. Service
- Tutored at a local elementary school in reading and math.
- Working at the front desk in a prominent hospital outpatient diagnostic center (so far I have 100 hours, looking to get 250 where I get a Gold Medal O.o)
- In Freshman Year participated in an event to feed the homeless on Thanksgiving through the Miami Rescue Mission.</p>
<p>II. Clubs
- Mu Alpha Theta
- National Honor Society (during 9th grade, I did not reapply for 10th because, to put it bluntly, I think it's a stupid club that is created solely for low self-esteem kids who want to feel more special).
- National Art Honor Society
- Amnesty International
- Speech & Debate
- Peer Ministry (during 9th grade, no longer in it). </p>
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<li>I have played the piano for about five years even though I have not participated in any competitions. I think it's silly to play an instrument to simply compete... It's quite a personal thing for me.</li>
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<p>I truly apologize if I need to put more information for you to accurately tell me my chances. I also understand that many of these colleges I'm aiming for constantly reject top students across the world hoping to get in, however, I'm not planning to give up :). Thanks so much for taking your time to tell me my chances!</p>
<p>Note: Please don't refrain from giving me your honest thoughts. I gladly accept all criticism and would greatly appreciate any suggestions.</p>