If I were the founder of an extra curricular activity reaches out and impacts the lives of hundreds in several countries, would that be good enough for HYPSM?
I’m not trying to sound conceited, because my grades are somewhat low. The extra curricular activity (which I don’t want to disclose) is something I founded and currently preside over.
Thoughts? Comments?
<p>Apply and find out...for HYP etc, you usually need the great grades and great ECs (not to mention great test scores...)...That being said, an amazing EC can compensate for below average grades/test scores if it truly is amazing...The best way to answer this question is to simply apply to the schools (and if you are a junior...work REALLY HARD over the next year +)</p>
<p>In my humble opinion, it will distinguish you around people of your range of statistics, but it will not take you all/most of the way</p>
<p>If it's truly outstanding, it could get you through the door if you have passable grades, say top 20% at a decent high school and a 1400.</p>
<p>Thank you for the quick reponses!</p>
<p>My GPA isn't "bad" - weighted, it's roughly 4.2; I took the March SAT and am hoping for a 1450 equivalent.</p>
<p>Anymore comments or thoughts?</p>
<p>i once was a director of a fundraising campaign (with around 40-50 volunteers working under me) and raised $2600 for street kids international, that was a huge impact to hundreds of disadvantaged youth around the world (each dollar goes a long way when it comes to buying emergency relief stuff for child aid). sounds like something similar to your description (even though it might not be). it was a huge project and a good cause and it empowered iother people to make a difference too. </p>
<p>but harvard rejected me nonetheless</p>
<p>If u get novel peace prize, u are automatically in :)</p>
<p>Interesting thread. I'm kinda in the same situation as Claridge is in right now, but I'm a junior. I'll prolly apply to Duke ED or Brown ED. I have similiar academic stats to Claridge, except kind of a bit lower (4.15 GPA, 1450 expected SAT). What would my chances be at those 2 schools with my stats & special EC?</p>
<p>BUMP back to the top.</p>
<p>How do you start these massive ec projects????????</p>
<p>Start with a website and get people interested</p>
<p>What type of activitiy is this? It sounds like it could be a good thing to help you with admissions. Of course, the 1450 and good rank is also really important.</p>
<p>Why did Harvard reject you?</p>
<p>Is that possible to take AP/IB Bio, Physics,and Anatomy in the same year at Rowland? Especially for a non-IB student.</p>
<p>Do you think Harvard SSP will get me more chances if I apply Harvard later?
I just got into that program several days ago.Thanks.</p>
<p>fallinwater, if you want to ask about rowland courses (or if you're wondering why harvard rejected me anyway), IM me and ill be glad to talk about it. thanks =)</p>