<p>Due to a medical disablity, I missed much of middle school and 2 years of high school. I am back & doing well, but I haven't had the opportunity or energy for a lot of extra-curriculars. My grades are good (maybe a 3.8?) and I will graduate on time, which something I am very proud of. I will have a few community college classes, but otherwise my transcript is not impressive in terms of courses. To keep on track, I've had to do some online courses, alternative school courses, etc, though it will be a college prep curriculum. I am hoping to get at least 1900 (aiming higher of course) on my SATs (my PSAT was 193). I realize I have no chance at the top schools, but I am hoping to still get acceptances & scholarship money by focusing on schools where my SAT scores are 75th %ile or above. I like small LAC's in PA, NY, Ohio, Va. I'm also thinking that some of the honors programs at the less competitive state colleges might be a fit. Does that sound realistic? Do you think it would be worth trying for schools where I am more in the middle score wise- might my circumstances, determination, community college classes & some great teacher recommendations make up for the weaker course & lack of ec?<br>
Some of my ideas so far:Lycoming, Alfred, Ursinus, Hiram, Marietta, Allegheny, IUP, Va Tech, Kent State. Any thoughts or advice?</p>
<p>When you apply for any school, make sure you include the info about your medical issues. 1900 can get you into one of the top 10, don't count yourself out.</p>
<p>Keep up your grades, score above a 1900, and you're in at all of those schools.</p>
<p>Thanks. The SATs are on Saturday- I guess I'll have a better idea of what I can try for soon.</p>
<p>If I were you, I'd actually write the Personal Essay about your disability itself. This will explain your situation to colleges, and also show them what kind of person you are.</p>
<p>Good luck :). I'm applying this autumn as well.</p>
<p>Colleges generally love stories of young people overcoming obstacles, and admissions officers like to perceive of themselves as helping people who have.
From the tone of your post I don't think you would make the mistake of overplaying this.
I would shoot a bit higher than your college list.</p>