What's my chance at Oberlin? Advice?

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<p>I'm planning on applying to Oberlin. I go to a good school (all girls-catholic), my average is an A (on the 100 scale, weighted... so its a 94.2). I admit I slacked a bit earlier in high school, but I'm working harder now. Let me know what chance I have... and any advice for me in the application process. =] Thanks!</p>

<p>GPA: 94.2</p>

<p>SATS:
CR: 680
W: 680
M: 730
(I am taking them again... hoping to break 700 in CR and W)
SAT IIs: taking Math B and French reading and listening in november</p>

<p>CLASSES:
All honors classes since freshman year (except religion, honors not offered)
1 AP last year
AP US History - 3
(also finished fourth year level french in junior year, but was unable to fit ap french into my schedule)
4 AP's this year (maximum at my school)
AP Calculus
AP Physics
AP Music Theory
AP Microeconomics
Advanced Vocal Ensemble (junior and senior, by audition, soloist)
Intro to Film
English 4 Honors
Spirituality in Art (religion)
Comparative Religions</p>

<p>Awards:
National Honor Society
French National Honor Society
Francis Warde Service Award</p>

<p>Extracurriculars:
Theatre - two or three shows a year, have had lead roles, looking into double major with
theatre and something else; i volunteer as a teacher in a drama club for inner-city children (me and four friends created the club), director/music director of a spring musical for the kids
Music - 12 years of piano lessons, one year of voice, advanced school choir, church choir, looking to pursue in college as far as clubs and organizations
Community Service - along with the drama club (which is around 100 hours a year), I have been on several mission trips to Mississippi and New Orleans, and would like to be involved in both community service and traveling in college.
French Club - freshman, sophomore, junior, senior
Skiing - ski team freshman and sophomore year, quit to start the winter play, but i enjoy it as a hobby (availably skiing isnt necessary in my college search though hah)</p>

<p>My essay is currently on my ridiculous childhood fantasies of becoming practically everything, evolving into my passion for theatre and then my experience teaching theatre to younger kids. I'm looking into a double major in theatre and possibly something in the business/economics field? havent exactly figured out the second major, but definitely looking to pursue theatre, and have music as an outside activity.</p>

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<p>Cool! You sound awesome! I’m not an Admissions officer, so I can’t give you a run-down, but you seem like an Oberlin person. Especially this: “i volunteer as a teacher in a drama club for inner-city children.” That’s so cool! And so perfect for Oberlin. :)</p>

<p>Also, econ-theater majors are awesome. It’s hard, but beautiful. A friend of mine is doing it and has a ball. Busy, of course, but she likes it.</p>

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<p>Thank you! I’m getting nervous about college application now that its getting closer, but hearing feedback from people definitely makes me feel better about it :)</p>

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<p>Dude, no worries. It’s a really hard thing. Other suggestions? Visit (before it gets chilly). And, when you visit, talk to the counselor for your area.</p>

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<p>You’re a shoo-in. If it is really where you want to go you can buck your chances by applying early decision. I had a GPA of 3.4 I think, SAT of 1350 (before they added the writing section), applied ED and got in. Just make sure your essay is top notch. Oberlin definately puts a lot of weight on the essay.</p>

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<p>thank you!</p>