<p>Hello all, </p>
<p>I am a current senior from Southern California applying in the next few months.
I would love to hear any input. Everything is much appreciated. :) </p>
<p>The schools I'm planning to apply to are : UCI, UCR, UCSC, UCSB, SDSU, CSUF
I have strong EC, but I am afraid my GPA and SAT may make it tough for me. </p>
<p>Major : Economics
UC GPA : 3.55
SAT : 1750 (taken once only) </p>
<p>3 AP classes taken and all passed : AP Human Geography, AP US History, AP Language</p>
<p>Senior Courses: AP Lit, AP Civics/Econ, AP Stats, AP Environmental, Vocal Ensemble</p>
<p>EC: </p>
<ul>
<li>Earned Eagle Scout Rank
-Attended 2010 National Jamboree in Virginia</li>
<li>Alumni of Youth Leadership America</li>
<li>NYLT trained (BSA) </li>
<li>Currently playing guitar/vocals in an indie band and have opened for touring acts</li>
<li>2 Years of Jazz Band (Piano/Guitar)</li>
<li>1 Year of Vocal Ensemble (Highest level choir)</li>
<li>JV Waterpolo Captain </li>
<li>2 years of swimming and water polo</li>
<li>Coached Youth Basketball for City League ( Won league title and advanced to County) </li>
<li>Vice President of Movie Club (3 years)</li>
<li>Officer of Interact Club (2 Years) </li>
<li>Volunteered at Disneyland Half Marathon for Charity 2011</li>
<li>Over +200 hours of community service</li>
</ul>
<p>Background :
Parents both hold Masters Degree. However, they recently got divorced during my sophomore year. Dad served in the US Navy during the Iran Hostage Conflict, and is also a part of the California Highway Patrol today.</p>