Im from waltham! chance me pleasee

Colleges and Universities A-Z Brandeis University
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<p>Hi all,
I plan on going into medicine. I am interested in perhaps biomedical engineering, biochemistry, and economics as an undergraduate major. So far I have applied ED to Brown University’s program in liberal medical education. I am looking for some other schools with good medical school acceptance rates and great science programs. Here are my stats:
Student:</p>

<p>User Name: rappasani
Gender: M
Location: Massachusetts
College Class Year: 2012
High School: Public
High School Type: sends some grads to top schools
Will apply for financial aid: Yes</p>

<p>Academics:</p>

<p>GPA - Unweighted: 0.00
GPA - Weighted: 4.58 out of 5
Class Rank: top 10%
Class Size: 395</p>

<p>Scores:</p>

<p>SAT I Math: 650
SAT I Critical Reading: 550
SAT I Writing: 600
ACT: 28
SAT II U.S. History: 680
SAT II Math Level 1 (IC): 600
SAT II Math Level 2 (IIC): 570
SAT II Biology - M: 630</p>

<p>APs: Biology, US History, Microeconomics, Chemistry, Calculus BC, Physics, Macroeconomics</p>

<p>Extracurriculars:</p>

<p>Significant Extracurriculars: National Honors Society (2007-2008)
Junior State of America/ Debate Club, President & Founder (2006-2008)
Biology-Chemistry Club (2004-2008)
Spanish Club (2006-2008)
National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine
Waltham High School Show Band-guitar (2004-2006)
Waltham High School Jazz Band-guitar (2004-2007)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Bhangra Club (2003-2006)
Waltham School Orchestra- violin player (1999-2005)</p>

<p>Leadership positions: Class President (2006-2007)
President & Founder of Debate Club (Junior State of America)
Athletic Status - list sport and your level: Waltham High School Varsity Tennis (2004-2008)
Waltham High School Indoor Track (2004-2005)
Volunteer/Service Work: -Tutor for Biology at Waltham High (2007-2008)
-Tutor for elementary school students (2007-2008)
-Volunteer at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (2005-2006)
-Volunteer in Department of Medicine, Beth-I
Honors and Awards: CollegeBoard AP: AP Scholar Award (2007)
Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award/University of Rochester Book Award (2007)
Also, submitted a research project to Intel STS
College Summer programs: Massachusetts Institute of Technology High School Studies Program</p>

<p>Work Experience:
•Children’s Hospital/Harvard Stem Cell Institute, Dr. Laurie Jackson-Grusby Laboratory
Student (2006-current) Boston, MA
• GeneExpression Systems, Inc. Waltham, MA

  • Webmaster, Data Entry, Server management, Graphic Designer (2002-current)
    •Columbia University Medical School, Nobel Laureate Dr. Eric Kandel Laboratory
    Research Assistant/ Student (July 2006-September 2006) New York City, NY
    •Columbia University Medical School, Dr. Jingyuge Ju’s Lab
    Research Assistant/ Student (July 2006-September 2006) New York City, NY
    • Children’s Hospital, Dr. Michael Greenberg’s Neurobiology Laboratory
    Research Assistant (August 2005) Boston, MA
    All Check Lists.com 2004-2005 Newton, MA
    Database Management</p>

<p>I know that my test scores are low, but I am just very bad at taking standardized tests. Also with ACTs is it possible to mix the scores because than I would have a 30-31ish…or should I just send both reports to all my colleges?</p>

<p>Thank you,
-Raghu
<a href="mailto:rappasani@gmail.com">rappasani@gmail.com</a></p>

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<p>as you know, your test scores are low. you should ask brandeis admissions directly about their policy in terms of mixing ACT scores. being from Waltham probably helps as they want to build strong ties with the community. i would apply but i think that you are aware your low scores might be a problem.</p>

<p>good luck!</p>

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<p>Re: mixing scores to get a new ACT composite. As if last year, when I applied, they did. That's what my regional rep told me. Which was good, because my highest composite with writing was a 29, but my highest sub-scores created a 31. So I kind of had the same situation as you do now. And obviously I got accepted! </p>

<p>Otherwise I think you're a really solid candidate.</p>

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<p>LMAO</p>

<p>oh hey raghu!! applying to brandeis??</p>

<p>its sam :)</p>

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<p>yes of course sam...isnt this the greatest site everr!</p>

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<p>Those scores are reallly risky.... especially when you are applying for scholarship. i would say, show the admissions office that brandeis is ultimately your first option. then you may have a greater shot.</p>