<p>I've posted on here before but I figured I'd try again and hopefully get some new opinions. I'm a caucasian female from SW VA at a fairly competitive HS. I'll be applying to UVa c/o 2010 Early Decision this fall. </p>
<p>UW GPA: 3.70
SAT: (first try)
CR: 580
W: 690
M: 620
= 1890/2400 or 1260/1600</p>
<p>SAT: (second try)
CR:640
W:720
M:610
=1970/2400 or 1313/1600</p>
<p>I'm a little worried about my GPA because it is fairly low. However, I take the most difficult courses offered and my GPA shows an upward trend throughout high school. I will be taking AP French, AP Calculus, AP Chem, AP English, and Dual Gov't (all of the APs offered) my senior year. I also will be taking regular Physics and will be in my second year of Latin. </p>
<p>My ECs are decent. Key Club Secretary, Beta Club Secretary, French Club President, National French Honor Society, Magna Cum Laude on Nat'l Latin Exam, Senior Class Rep, 3 years of Varsity Cheerleading and Lacrosse, about 100 volunteer hours, as well as various other clubs (Science Club, German Club, etc). I know I can get a good recommendations from two teachers, one of which is a UVa alum. I also have a very close family friend and UVa alum who will also write me a letter. I am a decently strong writer so the essays shouldn't be a problem. </p>
<p>I am in the top 5% of my class, and my rank is 10/~200. My HS has a strict grading scale: 94-100 is an A, 93-87 is a B, etc. Hopefully my rank will indicate this despite my low GPA. </p>
<p>If you all would let me know what you think my chances are I would really appreciate it. :)</p>