<p>Wabash, I found out about what Wabash looks at by talking with various folks who have applied there over the past few years. They also list character, Ec's, etc. on their common data set info. as being very important. Small schools, in general, tend to look at the whole person, not just grades and test scores (doesn't mean you can get in with crappy stats, just that they want the whole package). Wabash can be very generous with merit money and financial aid if they decide you are their type. This is one school where you really should visit and interview. They have been known to fly in some prospective students if your parents won't pay for the trip. (No guarantee they'll do this but keep it in mind if you need to ask them to help you get there). And, most important, Wabash likes to see demonstrated interest. Even if you can't visit yet, email the adcom for your state (can find it on their page), introduce yourself and simply ask "What are the most important things you look for in potential Wabash students?" In a later email you can ask Do you guarantee to meet full financial need? If not, what percentage of accepted students get their need met?" Same goes for H-S.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>