<p>Next Wednesday I take the PSAT. I think this would be the only thing that would prevent me from attending the summer seminar. If I do bad, Do i still have a decent shot with all of my other stuff? I am extremely nervous because I cant put into words how much I want to attend. I have already saved up my money and everything. Am i too worried? Any pointers? Any advice is welcome.</p>
<p>stop worrying, that will help you the most. just do your best</p>
<p>Just do your best. My D got accepted to Summer Seminar and never took the PSAT. Do your best and when it comes time to fill in the application give it all you've got. I recall there were places for grades, class standing, an essay and transcripts were required as well as some letters for recom. from various teachers. There certainly was a place for PSAT info but she never took it and she was accepted into the summer seminar about a week after she turned in her application. I recall she got her letter tellinger her she was accepted to summer seminar by e-mail and I am certain it was no more than one week from when she got the application turned in. Again, don't stress - just take it easy and do your best. Put your big effort on getting the best application packet possible together and then let the cards fall where they may.</p>
<p>And not getting into the Seminar does NOT mean you won't get in. Most people here didn't come to the Seminar...it's just a really big help if you get in.</p>
<p>yup, I never heard of summer seminar till my senior year. oops. Still got in no problemo! From what I understand, its a real big help in seeing if you'll like the atmosphere, many solidify their desire to come while others are turned off.</p>
<p>Statistics about SS are roughly this: about 800 attend summer seminar. About half of those accept appointments to the academy. The math works out to about 30% of each class attended SS. Attendance there seems to be pretty impressive in your ALO interview and may also help in your congressional interview. More than that, it is a superb opportunity to see the academy up close and personal. Don't pass up a chance to go to SS unless something truly better comes along.</p>
<p>Ive been working for this since the seventh grade. I want it really bad. I guess I will just relax take a deep breath and practice. Thanks for all of support and all of the information, it really means a lot to me that you take time to help me. Once again, Thanks.</p>