Where should I improve?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Georgetown University
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<p>Hello all! I fully intend on applying for the early action application to Georgetown soon. I was curious as to where I stand in your mind to being a viable candidate for acceptance.</p>

<p>GPA: 3.95 out of 4.33 (or) 3.86 out of 4
ACT: 29
SAT: 1300 (Math and Reading combined only)
SAT Subjects: (Results not in) US History, German, Math II (will be taking German with Listening and likely Re-taking Math II in the fall)
AP: Taken: US History, Macroeconomics, U.S. Government and Politics, Environmental Science, and Language and Composition. Scheduled for Next year: Microeconomics, European History, English Literature and Composition. </p>

<p>Extra-curricular Activities:
Young Americans for Freedom, Chapter Founder and Chairman
Organized a 3,000 flag memorial for 9/11 Victims- featured in the Detroit News, Detroit Freepress, and on Local TV News
Developed the Respect All Women Campaign featured on YAHOO! News, among others.
Campaign Coordinator, John Hauler for United States Congress
Appointed Committeeman, Grosse Pointe Shores Parks and Harbor Committee
Social Media Manager, Dan Schulte for State Representative
DECA, Business and Leadership Competition
Class Vice-President
Member, German Club, organized coffee fundraiser for trip to Germany
Symphony Band Member, Trumpet
Full Orchestra Member, Trumpet
1st Division in the Michigan State Band and Orchestra Solo and Ensemble Festival for Multiple Events
Member, National Honors Society
Member, National Society of High School Scholars
Member, Eastside Republican Club</p>

<p>Awards:
Mayoral Proclamation of (My Name) Day, Awarded for demonstrating "exceptional commitment in community service."
Top Activist in the Nation, Young America's Foundation
International Qualifier, DECA School Based Enterprise Event
FW Adams Award, For Leadership in School and Community, concern for others, Renaissance Spirit, and Commitment to Educational Pursuits.
Featured on the Reagan Wall at the Reagan Ranch Center
DECA State Finalist
School Based Enterprise Certification
3rd Degree Brown Belt in Karate</p>

<p>Employment:
Self-Employed, design websites for city council, school board, and Congressional candidates along with businesses.
Sold Home-made Chocolate at craft show, made from organic cocoa beans along with locally made Milk and Sugar.</p>

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<p>Test scores very low.</p>

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<p>I don’t think the test scores are “very low” – in fact, they’re well above average – but if you’re wondering where to improve that’s where I’d start. The test scores look out of place because the rest of your app – GPA, rigor, ECs – looks strong.</p>

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<p>Don’t worry too much about test scores I got in RD this year with a 1290 CR and M</p>

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<p>^^I disagree: I would definitely focus on the test scores, which are low for GU. icollins26 had some hooks (URM, first gen college) that I don’t see in the OP.</p>

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<p>I’m not saying don’t improve on them I really meant test scores aren’t everything. I feel people on cc focus way to much on scores. I think the best thing you can do is show the admissions committee you aren’t just test scores or grades, but a well rounded person who would add to a schools community</p>

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<p>^^There is no question that an applicant should show the AdCom that s/he has more to offer than just test scores and grades, but that is because good “numbers” are usually necessary but rarely sufficient, since there are a lot more applicants with great scores and grades than the AdCom can admit. So when test scores are low, as they are with the OP, focusing on them (in addition to, not in lieu of, other things) is appropriate.</p>