<p>Hi everyone! So I'll be another out-of-stater (from California) applying to UNC in the fall EA. Since the school does not offer ED and there are so few spots for out of state applicants, I've been thinking of ways to set myself apart. I know that UNC is known for their publications (I think their newspaper is ranked #2 in the country?), and I have been heavily involved with my high school's publications. If I emphasize the fact that my school has been named the #1 newspaper in the country (and other than that, has consistently placed top four semester after semester) in addition to the fact that I have won several national writing awards (including being one of the only girls to have ever won the highest honor for sports writing), do you think I have a shot?</p>
<p>(Sorry about the bragging, but I really need to know if this would actually help my chances!)</p>