<p>So im in a bit of a pickle, and there is not much i can do know. I want to know what you guys think.</p>
<p>Im a good student. GPA: 3.86 (unweighted) SAT: 1300 Top 10%, honor roll, all sorts of community service hours and extra activites. I play varsity baskeball and tennis. I'm looking at some of the following schools: U of Chicago, Wesleyan University, Pomona, Occidental, Pitzer, and Trinity (Conn.) All of these schools are in the process of recruting me for DIII tennis. My concern is last month i recieved a minor in consumption ticket. (drinking under the age) Obviously i cant hide it. On all the applications it asked if you have been in trouble with the law and/or suspended if yes explain. How much do you think this will impact my resume? I would appericate anyones opinion. Thanks</p>
<p>Most of the time they will overlook it if it's a one-time thing and not typical of your normal lifestyle. If you lie about and they find out, however, then you're toast. You will lose any scholarships and likely be kicked out of school.</p>
<p>Just be upfront about it, explain you realize you made a mistake, and that you are dedicated to making sure it doesn't happen again. Then you'll be alright.</p>
<p>yea, I think you really have to commit to being sorry when you explain that problem, because Calcruzer's right, you have to talk about it. Talk about how you madae a mistake, but you are now changing to make sure that doesn't happen again. That's why they do give you room to explain yourself...and if it's your first infraction and you've been a good kid besides that, I think you should be generally fine.</p>
<p>It's not considered a conviction. You wouldn't have to report it any more than you would your traffic tickets. Crimes do not get more petty, past jaywalking.</p>