Is there a point in me applying for Dartmouth?

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<p>Chinese, Male, International, First Generation
No financial aid needed
East Asian Studies Major</p>

<p>Academics
Full IB Diploma 38 points - HL775 SL666(+1) School does not rank
2360 SAT I, SAT II Math 2 800/ World History 800/ Biology 780</p>

<p>ECs
National Police Cadet Corps 1st Sergeant, Attended Adventure Training Camp and National Cadet Officers' Camp, Lead Junior Cadets as Section Leader in NPCC Summer Camp Certificate of Distinction (Silver), Y9 and Y10
Art Club Certificate of Merit, Painted School Murals, Y9 and Y10
168 Hours Community Involvement in Lijiang, China, Sub-group Leader, Y11
168 Hours Community Involvement in Shanghai, China, Y9
140 Hours Community Involvement in Singapore, Organizer and Group Leader, Y11
University of New South Wales International Essay Writing Competition Distinction Award, Y9
Standard 1st and Subject Award Recipient for Chinese (HL), Y11
Nationwide 1st in Intercollegiate Chinese Essay Writing Competition, Y11
Standard 6th and Dean’s List Recipient for Economics (HL), Y11
Twice published in our school’s annual Chinese language publication, Y11 and Y12
Military Service Certificate of Distinction, Secretary of Warrant Officers and Specialists Day Committee, Editor of National Day Parade 25th Year Anniversary Commemorative Book
Qualified into Mensa</p>

<p>Work Experience
Administrative Intern at Asia-Pacific Breweries, Y9
Legal Intern at Asia Law Corporation
Personal Assistant to the Formation Sergeant Major during Military Service
Social Media/Editorial Intern at top women's website
Events Management Intern for the Sichuan-Singapore Investment Seminar at the Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry</p>

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<p>do you want to go to dartmouth is the question?
you have great scores and ecs and you do not need aid…perfect combination.</p>

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<p>but i’m an international AND Asian (from Singapore), effectively the most competitive applicant pool around, so i’m worried that i’d just not be good enough</p>

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<p>Near-perfect test scores and 38 points on your IB diploma? That’s amazing! That means you not only exceed standards on tests but you also perform well in the classroom. I can understand your concerns about being an Asian male from singapore, but I honestly feel that you have a strong chance of getting into schools like Dartmouth. Don’t be afraid! Just go for it and pick some back up schools just in case. You definitely have the skills, so now all you need to do is advertise yourself the right way on your application.</p>

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<p>38 points is unfortunately nothing where I come from, hence my anxiety lol :(</p>

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<p>I think you have a shot - Dartmouth is need blind for Internationals (I think HYP are also) so its worth applying.</p>

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<p>if you want to go to dartmouth, then apply to dartmouth.</p>

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<p>you have a very good chance of getting in.</p>

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<p>Why the inferiority complex??? For goodness’ sakes, you out-compete almost every other applicant and you’d pay full tuition. Honest to god, if by chance you didn’t get into Dartmouth, it’d by no means be because your application was in some way lacking.</p>

<p>Seriously.</p>

<p>If you want to go to Dartmouth, APPLY TO DARTMOUTH. I kinda feel sorry for you if you don’t.</p>

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<p>OP’s right. I’m an international from SE Asia as well, and from where I’m from, a 38 is not as impressive as you might think. A 2300+ SAT score, with 800 SAT 2s are definitely great though.</p>

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<p>The fact that the OP does not need financial aid is no longer an advantage considering Dartmouth recently made admissions for international applicants need blind. </p>

<p>In response to your question about applying, I would say go for it. I was certainly impressed by all your work. Just don’t forget about the importance of the essay.</p>