Re-chance me for Holy Cross, please?

<p>Hi again everyone! I posted a "chance me" thread a little while ago, but it wasn't very organized... This post is much more organized and includes much more information that I forgot to mention in the previous thread. Here goes!</p>

<p>I am a 20 year old Bi-Racial (Black and Hispanic) male from Georgia (US State). When I graduate next May, I will have taken six years to complete high school. I haven't failed any classes, but I was sick for about 7 months, and there were some MAJOR family issues that I went through. These are the reasons why I have taken so long to graduate.</p>

<p>GPA: 3.95 (Top 10%)</p>

<p>5 classes of Math (Only up to Algebra 2...My school doesn't offer any higher. )</p>

<p>5 classes of Social Science</p>

<p>3 classes of Science (Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry)</p>

<p>2 classes of Foreign Language</p>

<p>4 classes of English</p>

<p>I attend American School of Correspondence; a correspondence school in Lansing, Illinois, but I actually reside in Georgia. They're accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, they will send a Transcript, teacher recs, and a Guidance Counselor's letter. American School doesn't offer APs, IBs, or Honors, but I have taken just about the most challenging curriculum my school offers. Also, I've already spoken to admissions counselors at Holy Cross and I've been told that I wouldn't apply as a home schooler or need to submit any standardized tests.</p>

<p>Moving on...</p>

<p>SAT: Wasn't planning to submit.</p>

<p>Work Experience:</p>

<p>I run errands with my mom throughout the week. It may not sound like much but it really does help my family, it's time consuming, and it's one of my jobs.-10 hours per week.</p>

<p>Automotive Mechanic Assistant:</p>

<p>I work with my dad on cars. We've done jobs as simple as tune-ups and brakes to jobs as complex as replacing engines and transmissions.- 2 hours per week.</p>

<p>Computer Mechanic:</p>

<p>This doesn't happen often, but if there is a problem with one of our computers, I fix them. Also, the two computers that are in my house were assembled my me. We bought old broken computers from computer stores and the Goodwill. I then would diagnose what was wrong with them, buy the needed part/parts, replace them, and just like that, we have a new (sort of) working computer. :)</p>

<p>Self-Employed:</p>

<p>Since I was about 12, I've had my own business. I buy video games and gaming cards (Geeky, I know.:rolleyes:), then sell them. I haven't made much money, but the little I do make certainly does help...-2 hours per week</p>

<p>Extra Curricular Activities</p>

<p>NOTE: Remember, I attend a school of correspondence, so my sports and extra-curricular activities will be almost entirely community-based.</p>

<p>Captain of community basketball team.-Position: Point Guard/Small Forward. (I've been playing since I was about 13.)</p>

<p>Captain of community football team.-Position: Quarter Back/Wide Receiver (I've been playing since I was about 13.)</p>

<p>Founder of a Rosary prayer group. We meet daily to pray the rosary. We frequently discuss religion.</p>

<p>Founder of a Political Debate Organization: We usually meet weekly to discuss and debate politics and policy. (It's been incredibly civil, much to my surprise. :))</p>

<p>Co-founder of a community beautifying group: We pick up trash throughout the neighborhood in which I live. We also sometimes cut grass in areas the county government doesn't get.</p>

<p>Participated in a Rivers Alive clean-up. (Oct. 2010.) Spent a Saturday picking up trash on the river shore and the surrounding area.</p>

<p>As I said in my previous thread, I'm VERY interested in Holy Cross; so much that it's my first choice. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to schedule an interview, but I have been attending their online chats.</p>

<p>I believe that's it....So, what does the Holy Cross community think? Will I be accepted, waitlisted, or rejected ? </p>

<p>Thanks for taking your time to re-read my post! :)</p>

<p>you’ll definitely get in. You’re everything they look for in a student. Your GPA is well above the average 3.74. I think they’ll will overlook the fact that you didn’t get interviewed, you live quite a ways away so I think they understand. Are you applying ED? I was just accepted so excited! your stats are better than mine so I think you’re a shoe in! good luck!</p>

<p>mldangelox23: Really?! Even with the fact I lack Pre-Calc/Calc? This is something I’ve been concerned about. I’m applying RD. </p>

<p>Congratulations on your acceptance mldangelox23! </p>

<p>Anyone else?</p>

<p>I didn’t even take math this year. I still have four credits, (took AP stat and pre-calc last year) but they seemed not to care that I didn’t take calc or another math this year. Of course I’m not interested in majoring in science or math… I doubt that you won’t get accepted because you didn’t take pre-calc especially since your school doesn’t even offer it. You’re definitely the well rounded athletic type of kid they look for. Don’t worry you’ll get in</p>

<p>PLS CHANCE me …</p>

<p>OOS but border state
Male (not minority)
GPA 3.6+/4 weighted
SAT I 1420(M 700 & R720)
SAT Subj 660 Engl 700 History
High Academic Rigor - Catholic School
Mostly Honors and 6 APs
Music awards etc…
100 hours CS
Leadership with Music
Natl Honor Society
Music Honor Society</p>

<p>Any views on potential non need based grants…</p>

<p>You look like a good candidate but I don’t think, except for athletic scholarships, HC has non need-based grants.</p>

<p>Thanks… I thought so BUT collegeboard shows the following which sounded too good to be true ! * Average non-need based aid: $29,665 (see below)</p>

<p>Financial Aid Statistics</p>

<pre><code>* Full-time freshman enrollment: 727

  • Number who applied for need-based aid: 504

  • Number who were judged to have need: 447

  • Number who were offered aid: 421

  • Number who had full need met: 420

  • Average percent of need met: 100%

  • Average financial aid package: $31,178

  • Average need-based loan: $4,840

  • Average need-based scholarship or grant award: $29,590

  • Average non-need based aid: $29,665

  • Average indebtedness at graduation: $23,662
    </code></pre>

<p>There are a limited number of full academic scholarhsips that are not need-based in a few subject areas like classics, music, and organ.</p>

<p>I didn’t know about classics, but I rememeber the organ one…if you can play an organ, free tuition as long as you play for the shows, church, etc.</p>

<p>mldangelox23: I sure hope so! I want to go to HC so much!</p>

<p>Debruns: Do you think I have a chance of being accepted at HC?</p>

<p>Anyone else care to comment? I greatly appreciate all serious opinions. :)</p>