<p>I'm freaking out right now out of fear that I won't get into Maryland because of some circumstances I have senior year.</p>
<p>Although I have a 33 ACT composite and 12(perfect score) on my essay as well as a 3.7 unweighted GPA(4.0 Junior year with 4 AP classes), my senior year first quarter grades have dropped substantially---(Sidenote: I am in all APs)--I should be receiving a B- in the hardest class at my school as well as up to 3 others Bs(maybe only 1 more--not sure yet). Would these grades potentially create a situation where I am denied from university of maryland? I attend a top private school in the state. Although I stay up studying till 2-3am every night, I can't believe this is happening to me. One of these root causes is based on the fact that my sister began/has habitually been suffering since the beginning of the year which I, inevitably, end up seeing(on multiple occasions have had to hold her/help her until they pass). This has taken a distinct mental toll on me because although I continue to study/work hard, I cannot shake my mind of what I have seen seen. I can't focus at school and on my work and, for the past few hours, have been filled with mini-panic attacks out of fear that I will not get into Maryland(other sidenot: I'm instate)..Would appreciate some advice in regards to my situation. Thanks.</p>