Poor Guy's Chances

Colleges and Universities A-Z Colgate University
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<p>Hello all that are willing to help me :P</p>

<p>I'm and international student (Indian citizen living in Venezuela) that is considering applying, but I need to know whether I stand a good chance or not. Here are some quick numbers:
SAT: 1410 (690 Math & 720 Verbal)
SAT IIs (Retaking): Math IIC - 700, Writing - 640, and Physics - 640
GPA: 3.34 on a 4.0 scale
Rank: Approx. top 20%</p>

<p>Oh, and here is just some side info:
- Doing full IB with 4 Higher Level courses.
- Go to an American International School in Caracas, Venezuela.
- Can only pay about $6000 per year.
- Need A LOT of financial-aid.</p>

<p>If I can't get into this college, could you suggest places where I could get in? And also, if it's not too much trouble, a few places that would quite possibly offer me a merit award and need-based aid? Thank you very much for those who help me out! It's very much appreciated, and if anyone needs help, please free to ask me. </p>

<p>~Abhishek Kumar</p>

<p>PS: If you want me to present my ECs and awards, tell me, and I'll do so.</p>

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<p>Anyone, porfavor? :D</p>

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<p>Better chances than me...</p>

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<p>Hm... Wiki, don't give up that easily, dude. Get your scores/grades up and write brilliant admissions essays. Oh, and listen to Alice In Chains! Hehe.</p>

<p>But, anymore suggestions for me or Mr. Wiki here?</p>

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<p>your stats look great, but i dont know anything about financial aid at colgate</p>

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<p>Well, from what I've heard, their aid is competitive. That's why I'm asking asking people about my chances there. If I have a decent chance of getting in, I might have a decent chance of getting aid as well, ya know?</p>

<p>~Abe :D</p>