NYU Chances

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>I am starting to apply to colleges, and I really want to go to NYU.
Here are some things about me:</p>

<p>4.0 (out of 4.0) GPA through HS
27 ACT composite (am taking ACT with writing and SAT soon)
Class rank:1/200</p>

<p>AWARDS, HONORS, ETC.
National Honor Society (throughout High School)
State High School Honor Society
Elks Lodge Junior of the Month
State Regents for Higher Education Certificate of Outstanding
Academic Performance (2005)
Masonic Lodge Academic Excellence Award
Selected for Conference on National Affairs (YMCA Youth & Government)
Mu Alpha Theta Mathematic Honor Society (2 years)
All-State Choir (Baritone 2006)
Regional Honor Choir (4 years)
Voted “Most Likely to Succeed” by Senior Class</p>

<p>LEADERSHIP
Current Positions:
President, Student Council
Secretary, Concert Choir
Historian, English Club
Media Specialist, YMCA Youth and Government </p>

<p>Past Positions:
State Chaplain, YMCA Youth and Government
Secretary, YMCA Youth and Government
Tenor Section Leader, Concert Choir
Secretary, Junior Class
President, English Club
Treasurer, Concert Choir
Reporter, YMCA Youth and Government
State Senator, YMCA Youth and Government
Group Leader, Link Crew (Freshman Orientation Program)
Support Committee Member, Senior Class</p>

<p>ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Student Council (through HS)
Key Club (2 years)
English Club (2 years)
Foreign Language Club (1 year)
Art Club (1 year)
Cross Country/Track (1 year)
Link Crew (2 years)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (3 years)
Performing Arts Academy (Vocal Music 2 years)
Vocal Music Program (3 years)
Concert Choir (4 years)
Chamber Choir 4 years
Jazz Choir (1 year)
Various Musicals and Opera
Science Department Production of To Bean or Not to Bean:
A Murder Mystery Theater
Piano Lessons (6 years)</p>

<p>COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT/VOLUNTEERING
“United Week” Chairman
Fundraiser for Local Red Cross
Community Choir
Church Choir
Local Masonic Choir
Church activities
Youth Music and Drama Ensemble
Vacation Bible School Leader
Mission Trip Participant (3 yrs)
Canned Food Drive Volunteer 2 yrs
“Trick-or-Treat for Cans” Participant 2 yrs
Voter Registration Volunteer
Annual Christmas Caroling downtown
Link Crew Freshman Orientation Program Group Leader
Community Halloween Family Fun Night Volunteer Worker
Mentor at local Elementary School</p>

<p>I am planning to apply for music or english. (double major?)
What are my chances?</p>

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<p>Go for It!</p>

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<p>It depends on the school you apply to but I think you have a good chance at NYU</p>

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<p>You're not out of the running.</p>

<p>Being valedictorian is great, but people are going to wonder if you skated by with perfect grades in easier classes if you only managed a 27 on the ACT. My class is larger, but the top 10 in my class would probably be getting 33+ scores. </p>

<p>Bring this topic back up when you get an SAT score.</p>

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<p>Yeah
ur act is kinda low which doesnt say goood things about your gpa because it makes your gpa seem undeserved or inflated</p>

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<p>To the above two who mentioned the high gpa/low act...</p>

<p>It is better to have a high gpa and a low act (or sat) rather than a high act and low gpa.</p>

<p>high act and low gpa is an indicator of laziness.</p>

<p>though it would be best to have both a high gpa and a high act/sat...at least defyinggravity does not have the worst possible combination (high act, low gpa.)</p>

<p>I do not believe that colleges will hold that against you. You did extremely well in high school, you maxed out your high school's curriculum and still pulled through with a 4.0 gpa and will graduate as a valedictorian. They cannot hold that against you. On the contrary, they will be thoroughly impressed! So don't worry about it. </p>

<p>Now back to the question: I think you stand a Good chance for NYU. I will say this:</p>

<p>NYU: Slight Reach/Match</p>

<p>I say slight reach because of your low ACT score. Your GPA is impressive, you have excellent extracurriculars and awards; the only thing hurting you now is your ACT score. Also, don't forget about the personal statements and letters of recommendation. </p>

<p>Well that's my two cents. Good luck with the admissions process!</p>

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<p>...bump...</p>

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<p>I totally agree with gplayer! You have a strong work ethic and dedication to your community! You will go far in life! I will see you on broadway!</p>

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<p>......bbuuuumppp....</p>