<p>"Her stats: 2400 SAT, 36 ACT, ranked 1/~585, 98.8xx gpa uw.
Her ECs and awards revolve around chemistry, math and English/literature/writing.</p>
<p>Other interests that she has mentioned: </p>
<p>Molecular bio, neuroscience, open curriculum, strong English + writing, flexibility of switching majors, medium to small size (but that is not a deal-breaker), research opportunities, hospital and other health-related volunteer opportunities, good pre-med advising, no religious affiliation, little to no Greek life, prefer city if possible."</p>
<p>All of these qualities are satisfied by Harvard, and with your daughter’s stats and varied interests maybe she would be interested in H or another Ivy. But admittedly I would not say Harvard provides a ‘nurturing’ environment and it has no merit aid. However it has better financial aid than other schools.</p>
<p>I am curious as to why your daughter has not considered any Ivies when her profile is obviously Ivy - Caliber and Ivies probably offer some of the best liberal arts educations?</p>