<p>I have a 4.2 W GPA and a 3.75 UW GPA. 40 of 573 class rank.
My low SAT Score, a 1930, is pretty awfully distributed.
CR 580. M 650 W 700.
I just took the ACTs and am waiting to receive my scores back.
I'm involved in many extracurricular activitys:
Editor In Chief of the Yearbook
Varsity Soccer
Varsity Indoor Track
Varsity Cross Country
JV Lacrosse
President of Ophelia Club
National Honors Society
Freshman Scholars
Sophomore Scholars
Vice President of Freshman Class
Delegate of Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Class
Manager of Varsity Boys Soccer Team
I have also taken many AP classes already:
AP Environmental Science
AP World History
AP Language and Composition
AP United States History
AP Statistics
I also plan to take the following next year:
AP Literature and Composition
AP Modern European History
AP Calculus
AP Psychology
Thanks...</p>
<p>lyssnyss06,</p>
<p>Don't let those lower SAT scores hold you back. Contrary to what you might be thinking, that distribution between test sections is quite common. You are still a very qualified student, judging from your GPA, class rank, and challenging AP course load.</p>
<p>FYI, did you know that your ACT scores are currently available online? If you indeed took the ACT on June 9, 2007, then your scores were posted online a few days ago. Be aware that you are charged an $8 "viewing fee" to see your scores early.</p>
<p>You need to "play up" those extracurriculars! You seem like quite the athlete...are you planning on playing at the varsity level in college? If so, you need to begin the recruitment process (sign up for NCAA, first contact with coaches, sign up for college showcases, etc.). If you can catch the eye of a coach, your lower SAT scores won't keep you from being admitted.</p>
<p>You might also consider writing your Common Application essay on the extracurricular activity that means the most to you. Some admissions officers may assume that, since you list so many activities, you may not be heavily involved in any particular one. Prove them wrong!</p>
<p>For an applicant in your position, I highly recommend visiting the College. If you live within a reasonable driving distance and are really interested in attending Lafayette, you MUST take the tour, attend an information session, and have an on-campus interview. The more interest you demonstrate in the College (and the more admissions officers get to know you), the better!</p>
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