Not to interested in Harvard, just have a few questions...

Colleges and Universities A-Z Harvard University
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<p>I just want to know if I have what it takes to get in, not that I am going to anyway. </p>

<p>I am a Freshman, like most of the other idiots who come to these forums, and I have a 4.67 GPA (<_<) and that is the highest you can achieve in Freshman year at my high school. I am the number one student in most of my classes. </p>

<p>I will be taking two AP classes Sophomore year, five Junior, and six Senior. Planning on doing good in these classes and studying hard. </p>

<p>If you do academically well(or should I say academically perfect), and have one sport and a few clubs you're interested in, what are chances of getting in?</p>

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<p>^ Almost none. It's not good enough to just have academics for Harvard anymore. Even if you're a math genius, you have to show it in other ways (e.g. AIME, MathCounts, etc.).</p>

<p>Major, focused ECs are a must.</p>

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<p>You Sir have no chance with an attitude like that.</p>

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<p>this is true. i second that.</p>

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<p>I never claimed that I have those things. I'm just saying they're a necessity if you want a good shot at getting in.</p>

<p>With a 2200+ SAT and a 3.9+ GPA, one looks identical to about 20,000 other applicants. How are you gonna make it into the top 2,000 without great ECs?</p>

<p>These are facts, gentlemen.</p>

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<p>Lol hookem, I think those guys were talking about the OP's 'tude, not yours.</p>

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<p>^ Ahhhhhhhhhh....valid point haha.</p>

<p>Yeah, I liked the "<_<" while saying "Oh, I only have a 4.67, which is, coincidentally, the highest a freshman can have, and also, I plan on taking 13 APs.....but I have no chance."</p>

<p>lolz</p>

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<p>1) Your title is annoying. It's TOO not TO.</p>

<p>2) Lol don't lie. We are experts on ego here at CC. I'd wager the majority of val's consider Harvard at some point just because they think Harvard means class rank 1x2000 kids. You are interested- or you wouldn't be asking for a chance.</p>

<p>3) "like most of the other idiots" with your current mindset- yeah you got that right ;)</p>

<p>4) "not that I am going to [apply] anyway." Lol... yes you are. You know it.</p>

<p>5) "I have a 4.67 GPA (<_<) and that is the highest you can achieve in Freshman year at my high school." </p>

<p>Oh my god! A 4.67! Go back to summer school you need AT LEAST a 4.97 to get past the secretaries of doom. MINIMUM 9.83 to get by the Crimson Clerks of Chaos. And in order to beat the Adcom of Annihilation you need a 12.7, PLUS you need to get the mega multiplier to get finaid.</p>

<p>6) Ok... since I've already owned your little freshy tush enough I'll consider being helpful.</p>

<p>-"If you do academically well(or should I say academically perfect)" Academics are a requirement. The old dude in a tweed jacket doesnt give a damn if you have a 4.0 and a 2200 or a 99.million+2 and a 2440. Theres a billion of you, and most are asian (:D). </p>

<p>Academically perfect for HYP means you are perfect compared to the hundred thousand or so other valedictorians. Which I'm sure you aren't sorry.</p>

<p>Grades prevent rejection.
EC's, Essay, Rec, Interview, Supplements grant acceptance.</p>

<p>HOW TO FIX YOURSELF? (Yes currently you are broken)
* Your ec's scream laundry list the way you describe them. Get some detergent and spice things up. You've got 3 years so start now or it will be padding (which it is now since you didnt initiate it on your own without the purpose of an application). Don't make the same mistake so many do and think racking up Key, NHS, Enviro Club, Anchor, Math Club makes a good Ivy resume.</p>

<p>*Clean up your attitude ;) You might be rule your school, but you don't dominate the nation (yet?). Until you get some standardized tests in you have no idea how you compare to others. </p>

<p>*Why does Harvard want you? Make them want you. </p>

<p>This is epic.</p>

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<p>clap clap clap
props to mal77
that was epic.</p>

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<p>Unfortunately, true Harvard students are unable to "do good" in classes.</p>

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<li><p>TOO not TO</p></li>
<li><p>you will do WELL in your AP classes. You will not be doing GOOD in them, unless you plan on some charitable work in said classes.</p></li>
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<p>Those two things are like my biggest pet peeves (along with their/they're/there and its/it's).</p>

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<p>^
In other words, his chances for H aren't looking to good? Its a reach, especially since their are so many qualified applicants.</p>

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<p>I always say "good" instead of "well". It is a very common mistake for many people (it shouldn't be a problem for people trying to get into H!). Another common one is: your/you're, but that basically goes along with what you said.</p>

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<p>their really are, most people misunderestimate it</p>

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<p>"(it shouldn't be a problem for people trying to get into H!)"</p>

<p>A monkey can fill out an application. They like it that way too. Harvard looooooooves instant rejects. +money and -acceptance rates!</p>

<p>edit: misunderstood your post. Thought you were saying it was easy for OP to get in... damn I'm tired ....</p>

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<p>I'll have you know my monkey helped me apply to 12 schools. And he did a dang fine job too.</p>

<p>Pfft who needs an accordian and cymbals when you can play the Commonapp!</p>

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<p>you also need the super cum load. don't ever forget that. you're nothing without it.</p>

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<p>Well, if you have Mega Cum Load you won't be automatically rejected, but as Prophet said try for Super.</p>

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<p>Good, your chances are not looking too well.</p>

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<p>Lost in all this is the sadness that a 14 or 15 yr old is already worrying about this.</p>