<p>I have asked the same question in the [url=<a href="http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/showthread.php?t=399484%5DUMich%5B/url">http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/showthread.php?t=399484]UMich[/url</a>] forum.</p>
<p>Several teachers have recommended music programs in schools with high standards, including USC. As stated in the other thread, "I have a ridiculously low GPA of about 3.0 due to various obstacles and difficulties at home. My SAT score, being less than 2000, does not meet the school's standards either.</p>
<p>Will it be impossible, even with a good audition/essay/rec?"</p>