Hey there, I recently submitted my ED1 application to Vassar, and just curious as to what you guys think my chances are.
I am a male applying ED1, which I think helps for this particular college.
GPA: 3.8 UW
ACT (unfortunately): 29 (34 English, 30 Reading, 25 Math, 25 Science)
I am a homeschooler who has taken rigorous courses to set myself apart from the stereotypical homeschooler. Most of my classes are Honors, Dual Enrollment, and some APs. I have also tried to broaden my classes by taking courses such as philosophy, python, and british literature courses. I’m not going into detail with my courses by I should mention I started higher level math at a younger age (Pre-Calc freshman year). Did well in all my math courses.
ECS:
Tae kwon Do for nearly 13 years. I am a second degree black belt and also assist with teacher younger level classes. I have been assisting for about a year. I have multiple trophies from competitions.
Bowling: I have been a part of my local highschools bowling club (they allow homeschooler to join it) for 11th and 12th grade. I was team captain for the 12th grade, after only one year since I started bowling. I have also won multiple tournaments and earned trophies for highest average, highest game, etc.
I also submitted a quick video of me bowling.
Internship: I was accepted to a competitive internship at a sea turtle hospital during the 2019 summer. I helped with outreach, education, and public communication.
Internship: I have been one of the few accepted at an internship at the same sea turtle hospital. This one meets only once a month to conduct things such as (but not limited to): Field experience, species collection, species count, observation, and conservation.
I have been a volunteer dog walker at my local humane society for about two years now. I work to keep the dogs healthy and help them get adopted.
I have a job at a local ice cream shop since August 2019. This takes up about 3 evenings every week, and I work about 15 hours per week.
I have traveled all over Europe and Asia as part of my fathers work, and that applies to my intended major, international studies. This travel is also a big reason of why I homeschool.
My essay is a solid 8.5/10, I feel it reflects who I am and is very personal.
My supplementary essay is also probably an 8.5/10, since I really liked the school and both of my aunts attended Vassar. I show how my travel relates to my major, and I give unique aspects of the school I like.
My recommendations are an 8.5/10. While I have good ones from teachers, my other recommenders are what stand out. I have one from my martial arts teacher, my bowling coach, and a very good one from a close friend who attended Vassar.
I know this isn’t extremely in depth, but I hope it gives you an idea of my application. While my ACT score is sub-par, do you guys think that would be a reason to deny me? My ECS are what stand out for me as a homeschooler.
Anyway, thank you so much!