<p>I'm a 24 year-old female who did very poorly in high school. While I hate to make excuses I was trapped in an abusive home-life and barely managed to earn my diploma. I believe I graduated with a 2.0. I took the old-timers SATs and managed a 1080. I am about 40 credits in to my community college career and am holding strong with a 4.0. I'm also a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honors society. I plan on beginning to apply to colleges this summer and was just looking for a little perspective. I would like to completely earn my associates before transfer (Associate of Science) with a full 60 credits. I plan on applying to the following universities, and am a Virginia resident. Also, for what it is worth, throughout all of my college career I have worked full time at an animal emergency room, and am hoping to pursue a degree in biology/pre-veterinary studies/animal science. Any input on merit scholarship potential or general advice would be appreciated!</p>
<p>Reach:
Wellesley</p>
<p>Others:
University of Pittsburgh
Boston University</p>
<p>Safety:
Virginia Tech *This is only listed as a safety because of an agreement with my college for guaranteed admission.</p>