Student X vs. Student Y

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>UNC (University of North Carolina)
34 %
1800-2080 (of 2400)
Emory U
27 %<br>
1960-2240 (of 2400)
University of Michigan
50 %<br>
1230-1430 (of 1600) </p>

<p>The colleges above are not Ivies or LACs like Pomona College. BUT have relatively higher standards when it comes to GPA and SAT/ACT score compared to for example, Syracuse or Purdue.</p>

<p>their acceptance rates and SAT ranges are as above. </p>

<p>For these schools, what are the chances that Student X 600CR, 690M, 670W has at the colleges above?</p>

<p>Now say Student Y has 630CR, 720M, 690W. Less extracurriculars, but higher GPA (by .20) and SAT scores than Student X. They come from similar backgrounds. Does Student X and Y have relatively equal shots at the colleges above?</p>

<p>In other words, do the colleges above really compare students SAT/GPA much more than any other factor? Do colleges care about a student's individuality and originality? Does it really come down to SAT/GPA stats?</p>

<p>Sorry if I'm making this a long-winded situation.</p>

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<p>These colleges would probably care more about the grades, inwhichcase Y has the advantage. However, if student Y has fewer ECs but is more dedicated to them than X is, I say Y would still habe the advantage over X for most school admissions. </p>

<p>When every applicant earns top scores and applies, then the admissions process becomes more discriminating and holistic. I am sorry I can only give you so much of my opinion.</p>