2006-12-24 13:09:40 · 3 answers · asked by nuthan 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
75% of those admitted to Ivy League schools (and schools like Duke, Chicago and Stanford) graduated in the top 10% of their high school class and have SAT scores above 2100 out of 2400 (or 1400 out of 1600 using the old scale).
People will tell you that money matters -- but the truth is that the majority of people going to Ivy League schools are not from rich families and get a lot of financial aid.
Outside activities help, as do recommendations. But the three things that are most crucial are your grades, your SAT score and a killer essay.
2006-12-24 14:04:20 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, it's not always what you know but who you know. Do you know any alum's? I suggest you have them write a letter for you singing your praises. You'll need to be a well-rounded student and that means you just don't have stellar grades; community service, work in some job, in clubs, etc. Added to that, you will need to write a really great essay for admission.
2006-12-24 13:14:48 · answer #2 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
good grades
2006-12-24 13:11:00 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋