I am a white male, intending on applying ED to NYU without financial aid. Here are my stats. (To College of Arts and Sciences)
Weighted GPA: 3.71
New SAT: 1460
ACT: 32
ECs: 4 Years Varsity Ice Hockey, Started a Sports discussion club, 4 years of an Ethic’s club (Leader Junior and Senior year) I play bass, and have played in many concerts live. Leader of house at my school (students are split into Harry Potter like houses, with one leader. Led about ~70 students)
Essay topics? I have twin brother that constantly did better than me in High School and wanted to talk about how the competitiveness between us slowed me down. When I put my head down, and focused on myself I did better in school, and the relationship with my brother improved.
Note: I go to one of the most prestigious private schools in Philadelphia. It is difficult.