Sophomore in high school; can i get in?

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SORRY this is my first post here.

I am Latina, grew up in a very cultural family, much different to the predominantly white families in my town, so I’ve always grown up differently. I originally was born in Manhattan but then moved to Queens and then to Long Island. My family has and still withstand immigration struggles and to see families being torn apart because of legal issues is something I really care about and passionate to make a difference internationally as well as help immigrants personally one day, just like my father. This pursues me to become an international or immigration lawyer but I am afraid that If I do not get accepted into a rigorous school, I won’t be as successful as I really do want to be. I’m also not some nerdy kid (kinda) who is annoying with the whole “I’m in all AP classes and I’m so intelligent!!!” kinda person. I have a strong belief in doing well in school but I feel that you must be able to speak your intelligence and show it; not just be so book smart. (sorry that didn’t make much sense)
I am NOT the smartest student even though I am enrolled in all but one AP and honors classes in my school.

I am definitely not the smartest student, but…
-currently with a 3.6 average and still aiming to do better the next two years of high school I have left
-I’ve taken French since 6th grade
-I’m in wind ensemble
-I play tennis
-Tennis camp in the summer for a week for the past 2 years
-Performing Arts camp
-Taken the PSAT as a freshman and this year as well, with around the high 40’s in each category. (its graded kinda differently since its PSAT)
-I am enrolled in all the highest AP or honors classes EXCEPT for math
-I am in two clubs, the musical, school plays, and have participated in my class’s fundraising.
-Last summer I worked in Ecuador at a neighboring university, I was assistant teaching children ages 10-15 aiding them in English. I worked there roughly a month in the summer and was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
-I’ve volunteered at the library, done NYSSMA for consecutive years, SCMEA
-this coming up summer of 2015, i will be volunteering at a local hospital for approx. 6 hours a week.

BTW, was also thinking of applying to NYU.

Please if you have any advice, I would love

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Please stop posting 6 million different threads.

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Only a couple hours ago you were a Latina and now you’re a Latino. That’s a good trick.

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High 40s in each section of the PSAT isn’t a good sign, as it implies an SAT of less than 1500.

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sorry typo! lol im a girl

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sorry! i didnt know how this website worked lmao i litterally just made an account last night

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Well I can tell you one thing, putting “lol” in the title of threads will not help you get into Princeton.

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There isn’t any need to be unkind or rude. @beetryinghard‌ I would suggest pursuing what you love and being excellent to the best of your ability at those activities. You can be successful at a LOT of schools. It’s really about you taking advantage of the opportunities on your campus. I would also suggest not doing things JUST because you think they will get you into X school. Be thoughtful and wise about how you spend and invest your time but do it because it’s important to you. Grades and test scores are important at the top schools, like it or not. They won’t get you INTO a college but they can keep you out of them. Be sure to prepare for the PSAT, SAT and SAT subject tests (Princeton requires 2). Do your best to keep your grades up as high as possible. If Princeton isn’t a good fit, there will likely be several good colleges that will be a good fit and you will get an excellent education. Good luck to you!

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thanks sm! :slight_smile:

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damn

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Princeton is foremost an academic institution. To be anywhere near viable, you simply need to be among the small handful of the most academically superior kids in your HS. And that s only to start the conversation. Post #7 gives u grt advice. Good luck