University of Miami

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>Hello, before I go on a tangent, I would like to thank you for reading and responding if you wish to do so. I am currently a Junior in High School at the top public school in Oregon. My GPA is a 3.63 and my ACT score is a 24. I was wondering if I could get into University of Miami. My Freshman year I did poorly and received a 3.2 GPA both semesters. After that, my Sophomore and Junior year I received GPA's of around a 3.8, therefore I have improved a lot. I take a fairly rigorous schedule. My extra curricular's include: 3 year varsity soccer, 2 year varsity track, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Presidential Volunteer Award, have been volunteering for down syndrome network oregon for 4 years and am now the manager of the youth program, employed as a soccer referee, etc. I believe my I am a fairly good candidate but i am worried that I will not be accepted into University of Miami. I have visited their campus and have a decent relationship with one of their admission directors. What are your thoughts? I believe that my GPA and my extra curricular activities can get me in but I am not sure about my ACT score. Thanks so much for your time and response!</p>

<p>-my main question is that is it even worth it to apply. I know it's a reach but do have a decent chance? Thanks. </p>

<p>Cory</p>

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<p>Your extracurriculars and service are great but you do need to raise that ACT. I would say you need at least a 28 to put yourself in contention; the 25th percentile at Miami is a 29. Have you tried the SAT? Some people do significantly better on the SAT than the ACT. I would also consider taking SAT Subject Tests in subjects you are confident you can do well in. Have you taken any AP exams?</p>

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<p>U Miami: Reach (aim for 1950+/28+)</p>

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<p>Do any of you think that I may be able to get into uf or fsu?</p>

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<p>I wouldnt get your hopes up too much, youre a candidate but very weak. Im from PA and am applying to Florida schools also and unless you have a 30 ACT and 2000 SAT you dont have a strong chance, still a chance, but small. Your ECs arent the strongest, get some leadership positions and do some volunteering in serval different areas. I would apply because you simply never know (thats why im applying).
Better chance at Usf then UM or UF</p>

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<p>You can probably get into FSU. UF will be a reach.</p>