OOS Applicant - Any chance?

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Washington
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<p>GPA: 3.5-3.6 unweighted, 3.6-3.65 weighted
Course load: 4 Honors Classes, 5 AP classes, 3 AP self-study tests
Rigorous college prep school</p>

<p>ACT: Currently 26 composite (weak math, high English/Reading), but I'm retaking it and shooting for 28 at least (that's what my practice tests reflect)</p>

<p>Average-Good extracurriculars.
Good recommendations.</p>

<p>Roughly 150 hours of volunteering at a local homeless shelter
100 hours of service for a small town parks and recreation
50 hours with Habitat for Humanity
75 hours as a Youth Wrestling Coach
Participated in a week-long service trip to Rosebud Indian Reservation</p>

<p>Volunteered for the odd events (service days, fundraisers, etc.), but nothing too big.</p>

<p>I'm looking to get more involved in political activism though - as it's my true passion. I've worked 50 hours as the campaign manager for a small town councilwoman (only 5000 people and the candidate was a family friend), and I'm trying to get more involved in the senatorial and presidential races that are coming up.</p>

<p>From Nebraska.</p>

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<p>Its going to be tough due to being oos. How is your essay?</p>

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<p>My essay - in my opinion - is top notch. My AP English teacher, who is a former college professor has edited it four times and was really meticulous when doing so. It's about addiction in my family (one of my parent's is a gambling addict), and how it has helped me grow as a person.</p>

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<p>You know that they don't take recommendations, right?</p>

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<p>probably a slight reach due to avg.-slightly below avg. GPA and ACT scores, plus OOS status. bring your ACT up to a 28 though and you've got a pretty decent shot.</p>