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Colleges and Universities A-Z Bryn Mawr College
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<p>How hard <em>IS</em> it to get into Bryn Mawr? It doesn’t seem nearly as selective as an Ivy, thank God, but I probably couldn’t get into it. Has anyone attended this school or have personal experience with it, that could tell me? </p>

<p>By the way: </p>

<p>I’m Sarah
3.4 GPA unweighted (I know it sucks, but I take math/science courses)
AP English/Govt./History Classes
29 ACT (34 English, 30 Reading, 27 Math, 24 Science)
Going to be in Rotary Club and Youth In Govt. come Fall
Attending Girls’ State in June 2005
Active in community service
Active in theatre–have played leads in musicals/other shows, have either acted or worked tech in 9 shows thus far
Active in Speech Team – varsity member, have placed first in very large/reigional meets
Write frequently
Candidate for Drama Guild
Who’s Who nomination
Have worked for school television station in the past
Have worked numerous fundraisers for Drama
Am aspiring to major in English Lit/Composition and get a masters in Social Work…</p>

<p>That’s all I can think of for now…Out of curiousity, Do you think I have a chance? How hard is it, exactly?</p>

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<p>You're right... Bryn Mawr has become more selective over the years, but it's still not up there with an Ivy.</p>

<p>Sarah, are you a junior this year? Are you applying RD? Your GPA is okay, but can you get it up a little bit before you apply?</p>

<p>I see that you're taking AP classes. Are you taking the tests, too? It would look good if you received high scores on those.</p>

<p>Your ACT is definitely where it should be... you shouldn't feel the need to retake it unless you want a higher score on science.</p>

<p>You seem like you have a strong background with EC's. Be sure that you demonstrate a passion for English Lit/Composition. Submit short stories/essays to contests in magazines or compiled books, send in a supplemental writing piece or two with your application, and contact the English department chair and speak with them about opportunities within the department.</p>

<p>Good luck, Sarah!</p>

<p>-Leslie</p>