What are my chances for Wharton?

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<p>Intended focus: Finance or Economics
SAT I (breakdown): (first try 2040, expecting at least 150 point increase on next test based on practice tests) —> hopefully
ACT: N/A
SAT II: 670 in US / taking math II in november
Unweighted GPA (out of 4.0): Not sure yet, 3.8+ assumed (I wen't from an 83 average freshman year to 93 sophomore and 98 junior year, significant improvement in all subjects and I got almost a perfect score in honors physics my junior year, a 99)</p>

<p>Rank (percentile if rank is unavailable): Not sure yet, near top assumed</p>

<p>AP (place score in parenthesis):
AP US (4)
AP Calc AB ()
Ap Econ Micro ()</p>

<p>Awards: Scholar Athlete, National honor society/Social studies honor society prestige awards,</p>

<p>Extracurriculars (place leadership in parenthesis):
-(12:Founder/President/"Hedge F. Manager") Hedge fund-Finance club
-(11,12: President) politics club
-(10,11,12 President/founder) Fitness club
-(Most improved player) Golf Team</p>

<p>Job/Work Experience/Volunteer/Community service: I work(ed) for/with various local -> state politicians, including at one point the Comptroller of NYC. I helped in various campaigns, political events, fund raisers etc, interviewed as part of a campaign of one of said politicians.</p>

<p>Summer Activities: Working with politicians on campaigns etc</p>

<p>Essays:
Personal Statement: Very very interesting way I wrote it, I don't want to go into specifics about the structure but it was very different. About my “life story” per say and how I realized exactly what I wanted to do. I was told by multiple professionals and peers that it was one of the best they’ve ever read.</p>

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<li>Why my major (Economics or finance) :I want to go into politics or finance, still deciding. My application is focusing on my "politics" side though.</li>
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<p>Teacher Recommendation: One I was allowed to read, and if everything works out, and she sends the one I read, it is literally amazing. The other one will hopefully be good.</p>

<p>Counselor Rec: I go to a large public, so it will probably be pretty generic as I've only spoken to him a few times</p>

<p>Additional Rec: From one of the politicians I worked for (ran for state assembly), going to be very very good as I'm "helping" him write it.</p>

<p>Interview: Not yet</p>

<p>State (if domestic applicant): NY
Country (if international applicant):
School Type: Middle class, pretty large school
Ethnicity: White eastern european
Gender: M
Income Bracket: Less than $120,000
Hooks (URM, first generation college, etc.): Parents never graduated college, first generation American.</p>

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<p>From what it looks like youre not a strong enough candidate for Wharton. This is all suppose to be helpful, I am being critical not insulting. You’re not in AP BC Calc (Or Highest Math Class), you have below average SAT scores, below or average GPA, Extracurricular are minimal with nothing outstanding, and you are not Legacy. Don’t get me wrong you are a competitive candidate for Penn, but not Wharton. You either need to be God’s gift to the world or Legacy to get into Wharton. If I was you, your best bet is applying to the College of arts and science then doing a double major in Poly Sci and Economics. Not sure if you looked into it, but you only apply to one of the four colleges at Penn. You also do concentrations at Wharton and get an Economics degree in the sciences instead of the Art. Just a heads up. Also, you need to retake US History SAT Subject test 2, 670 is way to low. Shot for 750+</p>

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<p>In what world is working with the person who is right under the mayor of New York City and directly working for a state assemblyman minimal? I scored in the 97th percentile for my 2040 score, and I’m not expecting to get below a 2160 on this next test. No offense to you my friend, but by the looks of how misinformed you are on these two specific matters, I do not trust your opinion what so ever. Thanks anyway though!</p>

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<p>My school doesn’t even offer BC calc btw. </p>

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<p>I concur with the first poster. For Wharton, you will need a 2300+ to have a good chance. Why does it matter if you’re working for them? It’s more impressive if you initiate something yourself lol. A 2200 and 670 SAT II score is not good enough for Wharton, period. You’re not comparing yourself to the rest of the country’s high school students – you are comparing yourself to Wharton applicants.</p>

<p>High reach.</p>

<p>My school doesn’t offer any APs. Didn’t stop me from taking 5 APs and scoring all 5s. </p>

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<p>I didn’t go into details what I did with these politicians, so who are you to say I didn’t initiate anything? Also for a fact I know that they would focus on the math SAT II level two more than US history. I took a past math level two test last week and I scored an 800. But that’s besides the point. I also understand the fact that you’re not comparing yourself the rest of the SAT takers, that’s a given. I was simply replying to the fact that a 2200 is not a low score for Wharton. Idk where you get you’re intormation as well. If you’re very interested in what I did with the politicians you can private messege me and I’ll gladly explain. Also, I’m sorry I didn’t realize that 2 more ap’s is something to brag about. I’m very proud of you for getting those 5s champ!</p>

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<p>OP-RuffRuff999 is somewhat on point.</p>

<p>Your grades are good but average for Penn. I cannot judge yor course rigor by your post, but remember rigor is more important than the raw grades. Your test scores are below average for Penn. If you can bring your SAT scores up by your 150 points target, you will still be slightly below average for Penn. The median PENN score is 2199. You APUSH SAT II is low. On Math II you should aim for 800. You ECs are average at best for Wharton. Nothing stands out. While you think your political activities are impressive, most adcoms will understand what a high school student would do on a campaign and not be impressed by it. Furthermore it is business ECs not political ECs that would be more impressive for Wharton. Most Wharton kids have ECs that are as good or better than yours. The best thing about your ECs may be the passion you show from your post. Hopefully that will sway the ad com. As to your essays and recs I cannot speak to them because I have not read them. If they are truly as amazing as you think it will help. Hopefully you are in the top 3% of your class and your guidance counselor will say ythat you are one of the best students/candidates he/she has ever seen. If so this would enhance your chances. </p>

<p>Overall you are good enough to apply to Wharton, but based on what you presented it would be a high reach for you. Remember the acceptance rate at Wharton is estimated to be betweeen 5-7%. Good luck to you. </p>

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<p>You are getting good advice here. Why the animosity? </p>

<p>Please see the admitted applicants to Wharton in the last admissions cycle:</p>

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<p>Wharton isn’t even the school I’m applying ED to. I’m applying to Columbia ED lol. I just wanted to know my chances. I had no idea that it was such a competitive school in all honesty. And I can assure you that my recs will be good because I am “drafting” them for one of teachers and one of the politicians. My weakest point is my class rank because my school is known for grade inflation so my gpa isn’t what I’m counting on in my app. I couldn’t explain my whole app in one post, so my overall strengths aren’t as clear. </p>

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<p>Really sorry for the “angry” comments guys, I was sort of blind sides with all the blatant criticism. </p>

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<p>+1 to “Why the animosity?”</p>

<p>There is much to learn from <em>any</em> criticism, even if you think it is wrong. The commenters here are reacting to a brief summary of your accomplishments and interpreting them to the best of their ability. An admissions officer reading your application will be doing precisely the same thing. So if you perceive misinterpretations here, instead of lashing out simply say “Thank you for the feedback, I’ll take it under advisement.” and start considering how you prevent the adcom from having the same misinterpretation.</p>

<p>All feedback is good feedback. In aggregate it shows you the many possible perspectives that someone can construe from the information you have given.</p>

<p>Also, don’t take @RuffRuff999‌’s suggestion of applying to Penn SAS and doing the PP&E major too lightly. It’s a sound idea, especially if you have any future intention of getting an MBA. It would be a great opportunity to explore a wider body of knowledge before focusing more directly on business in graduate school. I personally regard PP&E as one of the coolest and most attractive features of Penn. Wharton has undeniable prestige, but PP&E has the allure of interdisciplinary exploration.</p>

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<p>Okay, so you’ll be applying to Wharton RD? That will be even harder than if you were applying ED, so be prepared!</p>

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<p>@ds0501 <a href=“University of Pennsylvania: Acceptance Rate, SAT/ACT, GPA”>http://collegeapps.about.com/od/collegeprofiles/p/penn_profile.htm&lt;/a&gt; you’re right you didn’t score below average. You scored below the 25th percentile… for penn</p>

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<p>I’m applying If I don’t make it to my ED school, but I’m counting on anything lol</p>

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<p>Oh my, I just realized I put 2040 instead of 2140, this is embarrassing. Here is proof just in case you think I’m bluffing @ruffruff [here is the link] <a href=“http://imgur.com”>http://imgur.com</a> /F8BjeYV</p>

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<p>imgur(dotcom)/F8BjeYV (it won’t let me post the link)</p>

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<p>Hahahahahaha</p>