Poor Guy's Chances

Colleges and Universities A-Z Macalester College
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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 to 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>Based on your post I'd say you have a chance at acceptance though not a great one. I'd certainly go ahead and apply though. </p>

<p>Somewhat less selective but often on U.S. students' lists with Macalester is Beloit College. According to another international poster on CC they do give good aid to international students.</p>

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<p>From looking at your stats, I'd say that you have a good chance at admission.</p>