<p>I have made previous posts concerning my chances at some of these universities, and, after many months of meditation and reflection, have been gravely(somewhat) concerned over the potential of my future. My cumulative non-weighted is currently at a 3.91 and am holding on to a 3.75 UW standard GPA. Already having received some feedback, I am concerned over the impressions of my progression. It is as follows:</p>
<p>Freshman year: Fantastic start, enrolled in Pre-IB courses, happy as a pig in slop!</p>
<p>Sophomore year: Endured very well, at the height of my Pre-IB Class</p>
<p>Junior year: IB Year 1) Fell in a undermining hole(social/personal issues), tried with my remaining mental capabilities to climb out</p>
<p>Senior year: Back to running up the mountain/road, attained many interests, etc, blah blah</p>
<p>How would my chances regarding these universities perceive my progression? As for test scores, they are good(but can always be improved on during spare time). When I describe my junior year, it was to the extent where I was slapped in the face with a few B's and a C. I assume that any remaining assurances would rely on my ECs and essay(s). Please give me your candid criticism. Thank you.</p>
<p>UC’s do not look at freshman year grades. They recalculate your GPA to a “UC GPA,” which only includes sophomore and Junior year.</p>
<p>I know that your situation is very unfortunate, but schools can only be so lenient. There are thousands of other applicants with stellar GPAs, and they will most likely make you an exception. But remember, your GPA is only 1 aspect of your application (although the most important).</p>
<p>How are your test scores and EC’s?</p>
<p>Here is what I have down:</p>
<p>SAT: retaking for a possible score of 2200+
IB Diploma Candidate(first group for my school): Striving to score around 38-42/42
Ethnicity: Primarily African-American/Korean
Korean SAT II: 630/800( no professional help, only learned and progressed from my mother)
Will be taking: Math 1 and Biology M
Income: Approx 55-60K
Intended undergraduate goal: Pre-Med -> then perhaps a field in neurology to become a pediatric neurosurgeon assistant( if such an occupation exists)</p>
<p>EC:
-Piano(Overall 10 years, 8 under mentor, now playing recreational and at small recitals)
-Cello( Overall 5 years, 2 under mentor, now teaching my self; am currently 1st chair cello at my orchaestra( Inland Valley Youth Symphony)
-Tennis( Overall 5 years, 3 under coach, was in school’s varsity tennis team since late freshman, won MVP and small auxillary awards. School is not nationally ranked, by competitive among districts)
- Guitar ( Overall 3 years, 1 year under mentor, playing as recreational after that)
- Tae Kwon Do ( Approx 7-8 years,Black Belt Third Degree, won many medals under poomse criteria at championships)
-California Scholarship Federation(3 years, Treasurer 1 year, running for President this year)
-National Honors Socity (2 years)
-Inspire Club: Non-profit and community based club, holding a perm. position as secretary</p>
<p>Volunteer: +120 hours
Mostly comprises of:
-Worked as a student instructor/ overseer at my dojo. Dictated activities, rotations, cleaning, closing, etc.
-School hostings ( RELAY for LIFE, Blood Drive Hand holding, club opportunities, etc)
-HOPE Drive ( Served donated food to economically unfortunate people young and old).</p>