<p>So, I'm kind of new at this whole message board thing. I was just wondering if anyone here goes to Tufts, what is life like there and what would be my chances of getting into Tufts?</p>
<p>It's impossible to predict your chances if you don't tell us more about yourself.</p>
<p>Yes, you have to tell us more about yourself. Life at Tufts is awesome.</p>
<p>id say 0% chance based on your information-lacking post.</p>
<p>life at Tufts is unbelievable. I can't think of a single place where I would be happier</p>
<p>haha...Well I guess I should tell you about myself.</p>
<p>My ethnicity is Indian (from India); female; Hindu
AFter med school, my dad did a fellowship program from Tufts at St. Elizabeth's Hospital. (I hope he is considered an alumni. Does being related to an alumni increase your chances of being accepted?)</p>
<p>GPA: 98/100
Rank: 33/463-ish (in the top 10% ) Our school is fairly competitive.</p>
<p>SATs: (aren't spectacular but here they are)
M: 680
V: 600
W: 590
Essay: 9/12
SAT II:
Math: 540 (<em>sighs</em> didn't have a functioning calculator)
Biology: 580 (<em>sighs</em>)
I'm planning to retake biology and take US history in April </p>
<p>I have taken the most rigorous courses offered at my school--all IB classes since the 9th grade. I've finished writing the 4,000 word essay required for the IB diploma and I am now working on the community service hours and the other internal assessments for English, Spanish, Chemistry and History. As far as the IB tests, I've only taken one test which was last May. I took the Math Studies/Statistics test and received a 6 out of 7 on it. </p>
<p>Awards:
-I have been a Superintendent Scholar for 7 consecutive semesters. This is given to those who maintain at least a 90 average in all their honors/AP/IB classes and a 95 in non-honors/regular classes.
-Lettered in Academics</p>
<p>Extracurricular activities:
-Piano (for 10 years)
-Cultural and religious functions all year. One of these is the Diwali show that is put on for the Indian community. Diwali is a religous festival which I've been involved in for about 7 years.
-played JV tennis for 2 years
-tabla (type of indian drum) lessons
-hip-hop classes (I'm preparing for a recital in May)
-yoga classes
-tutoring for 6th graders
-volunteering at hospital
-volunteering at a local science museum
-community service projects (collecting clothes, toys, etc for orphanges and homeless shelters)
-I'm also involved in two projects which are raising money for the National Cancer Society. One is a music festival and the other is an International school dance where students will dress in the attire of their heritage. Both will be in mid-March.
-Vice-president of International Forum (cultural club at school)
-Treasurer of Junior Statesmen of America (debating club)
-committee chairman for National Honor Society
-Attended the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine in Boston in 2004</p>
<p>Work experience:
-babysitting</p>
<p>Recommendations: One is awesome! One is decent, but general. And one from my guidance counselor and assistant principal. (wow...I think I sent in 4! Is that too much?)</p>
<p>Essays: The personal statement was good, but I edited a lot of it after I applied early decision for Tufts though. The supplement essays were excellent and the optional essay was good. I also sent a picture.</p>
<p>Please let me know what you think? </p>
<p>Thanks mucho!</p>