<p>Ok, to start off I'm a junior at PCHS (Hawaii), and at the moment my GPA is crap.
Maybe a 2.5 ~ 2.8, I haven't taken the SAT yet, but I need to know what my chances are if I got a 1700-2000 on the new SAT score.</p>
<p>I haven't done much sports during my last 2 high school years, maybe 1 or 2 sports. And I haven't done much clubs either...I know this is pathetic but I'm seriously lost on my chances, everyone I know has graduated from private schools, and I'm soon to graduate from a public school, in the worst academic state. I'm not stupid, but rather lazy when it comes to school, so the classes I'm taking are pretty low...like algebra...</p>
<p>My list so far...</p>
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<li>University of Oregon</li>
<li>William and Mary</li>
<li>Denver University</li>
<li>University of Central Florida</li>
<li>Reed College (Sister goes here)</li>
</ul>
<p>If you have any college recommendation (besides community college) I'm willing to look into it.
Oh and right now I'm interested in chemistry and I'm taking AP Chem during my senior year, hopefully I can bring my GPA up by then...thanks.</p>
<p>Okay, so, I'm a junior right now too. Unlike you, I'm at the other end of the country (Mass), but what we have in common is that we are confused about our chances at certain schools. I will offer you what advice I can. First, as I know you know, you need to get that GPA up. If the first digit is a 2 it sends a red flag to admissions officers. Also, try to take the hardest possible classes senior year. It shows progression. Taking AP Chem is good as well. Also, to reinforce your interest in Chemistry, try taking the Chemistry SAT II. If you haven't yet taken a Chem course, or feel unprepared, do what I'm doing and self-study. I want to be a Biochemistry major in college. When push comes to shove, the best that you can do is YOUR best. You said you're in algebra, but that's only your fault if you're secretly some mathematical prodigy who just doesn't apply him or herself. Also, INVOLVE YOURSELF. That's by FAR the easiest thing I'm telling you to do. All you have to do is sign up for clubs. Involvement helps your colleges chances more than you would think because it's what seperates you from the next candidate. I'm not gonna lie to you and say that if you were up against a valedictorian with a 2400 SATs, that you are going to get in over him just because you were involved, but it does help. As far as the SATs, that could be critical with your app. Buy a book, especially the College Board Official SAT Guide, and take some practice tests. Not only do they give you an idea of how you will do, they help. Finally, when your application time comes around, write a compelling essay (easier said than done ;D), get good recs from teachers (possibly a chem teacher?), and don't be someone you're not. Everything happens for a reason, and you will end up where you're meant to. Worst Case Scenario: You go to community college for two years and then apply to a four year college with better grades. Even though this is an option, I don't think it's a necessity. Just get that GPA up!</p>
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I'm not stupid, but rather lazy when it comes to school, so the classes I'm taking are pretty low...like algebra...
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<p>If you are lazy and uncaring in high school, then what miraculous event will change you in a big college? At this point, it does not look like the right path for you.</p>
<p>Hm, I guess that's a problem, I should change that quickly...but thanks for pointing that out.</p>