<p>Since I was young I've always wanted to get into an Ivy League school. Now that it is time to decide which colleges I should apply to, I'm becoming a little uncertain. One college I really want to go to is the University of Pennsylvania, but I don't know if I have what it takes to get in. What do you guys think my chances are?</p>
<p>I've been getting good grades (straight As) throughout junior year and senior year, though I did get a few Bs freshman and sophmore year. I got a 2340 on the SAT and have taken quite a few APs (many 5s).</p>
<p>Also, I have a deep passion for computers, programming, engineering, and hacking. I've participated in multiple competitions and build some pretty cool stuff on my own.</p>
<p>The thing that I hope will get me in is swimming. I know they don't give sports scholarships, but they definitely do consider it. I'm one of the top 20 ranked swimmers nationally and have competed nationally multiple times. I've heard of top swimmers getting into Stanford who don't have nearly as good grades as the rest of the students applying.</p>
<p>Please let me know what you all think. Thanks for your replies!</p>
<p>Penn is really hard to get into, but I think with that SAT score, I think you’ll have a strong chance. Remember to have EC’s that interest you and make sure to take the ACT and SAT II test because they are required to go to UPenn. Just get those test taken and keep on taking those rigorous classes and you’ll be golden.</p>
<p>Well your grades and GPA might be shaky for that school, but your SAT is good, and if you really are a D1 athlete then you are in. Apply ED and show that you are D1. Not many D1ers have a 2340 :D.</p>
<p>If you love Penn, certainly consider Early Decsioning there. They boast a notable advantage for ED applicants. With your scores/academics I don’t see why you shouldn’t get in. But if you really are that good at swimming, it seems like you can get into better schools as your academics are really solid for an athlete gunning for top colleges.</p>
<p>You want to go to an Ivy? Why? Is it the prestige?</p>
<p>If so, that’s a poor reason.</p>
<p>In reply to CentralFC: I admit that a little bit of it has to do with the prestige, but also I like challenging myself and learning new things. I want to see how far I can make myself go. Ivy’s will challenge me in that way.</p>
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<p>Why is prestige a poor reason? What do you think drives most people to attend a top school? </p>
<p>As for your chances, if you can get onto the swim team then you’re set.</p>
<p>I think you’ll get in bro, and its good you’re doing so good on your swim team that definetly helps. Just keep working hard and write a stellar essay</p>