<p>I hate to do this, but here goes:</p>
<p>G.P.A. 3.4
Courseload: 6 AP's by the end of high school
SAT I: 1340/1600 and 1990/2400 (CR:690, M:650, W:650)
SAT II: Bio M:730, US History:I, Math I:610
Interview: Absolutely excellent
Essay: It was the most heartfelt, personal thing I've ever written. My guidance councilor called it an amazing tribute. It was about my best friend who died in September and how he changed my life.
Recommendations: Excellent
EC's:VP of the Class of 2009, VP of NHS, VP of Student Council, President of Symphonic Band, Band/Student Government Lead Baritone in A-Capella, Second Chair Trombone Jazz Band for Four Years, Tutored a dyslexic child, Varsity Swimmer, Won Acting Awards in my Sophomore Year, Member of the International Thespian Troupe, Lead Trombone in Pit Orchestra, Pep Band, Academic Decathalon</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>Ok, understand that your GPA is significantly low for Wesleyan standards. However, your SAT’s fall right in the median of Wes students. Additionally, if you have a solid course load, admissions will look right through your GPA. Your hook are the extracurriculars. So many students applying to top tier schools like Wes throw down a laundry list of clubs (aka BS). Your extracurriculars demonstrate a innate love for music. Any admissions department would notice that. They show that you dedicate your time to what you love. Wes would much rather see 1 or 2 passions that you dedicate your time profoundly to, than a list of 15 clubs that kids take because it looks good for college. Don’t be surprised if you get a fat envelope in the mail. I’m in a similar position. I have a much higher GPA (3.91) but much lower SAT’s (1810). I write music for piano and sent 3 songs in as a supplement. We’ll see. Good luck.</p>
<p>Actually, I was going to say the SAT’s were a little low for Wes (the median for admitted students is around 720 on each section), but the ECs look AMAZING!!</p>
<p>Anyway, good luck!!</p>