Screwed?

Applying to College
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<p>So I'm a junior in a competitive public high school now (i think about 80 or so in the nation) and for the first semester I ended up getting 2 B's out of my 3 AP, 1 honor, and 2 regular classes because I messed up on some finals. (the b's were in an honors and an AP class).</p>

<p>I was really hopeful of my chances to an ivy league school because my extracurriculars have been developed since freshman year and I now serve at a state level in a prominent organization (I won't reveal much information) and other activities as well. Also, my SAT is in the 2250-2350 range (range of score based on how much better I did on the February test).</p>

<p>With these two B's, I also received two other B's; one in my Freshman and one in my Sophomore year. So all in total, there are 4 B's. I still am in the 10% of my class, however, which is the best ranking at my school.</p>

<p>Even if I manage to get straight A's this second quarter and next year during senior year get straight A's (5 AP's), am I basically ruled out now?</p>

<p>I know this information may not be totally enough for you to estimate my chances, but I'd just like to know other people's opinions. Schools I am interested are Stanford, Yale, Brown, Columbia, UPENN, and the like.</p>

<p>Thank you for reading and hopefully responding.</p>

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<p>No, 4 Bs do not make it impossible for you got get into an Ivy League.</p>

<p>Do realize, though, that junior year is when the classes start really getting harder. If you work hard you might be able to get straight As the next three semesters, but don’t be crushed if you don’t.</p>

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<p>No, and good luck.</p>

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<p>Always remember the Gaussian Curve when viewing Ivy (and other) admissions. There is a spectrum of acceptances, and you have as good a chance as anyone to fall somewhere upon it.</p>

<p>B’s in AP courses are recognized as note worthy too. Keep plugging along, don’t give up!</p>

<p>Good luck!</p>