i'm only a junior in high school but it's time to start thinking about where i want to go and what i want to do. i have those pretty much decided but i'm worried about whether or not i'll get in. all my closest friends are really smart and colleges send them stuff all the time. I think i'm smart...i have a 4.0 and have had all my life. i'm really invovled in school activities and lately i've been getting these invites to national leadership conferences but i'm just worried about if i'll make it in or not cuz there's lots of other people out there that are a lot smarter than me!!
2007-03-11 05:47:55 · 4 answers · asked by envirocowgirl 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
don't judge yourself by your friends. everyone is talented in different ways. so one friend may be a super genius or has a talent for music. you may be a good listener or a good problem solver. colleges don't just look at smarts, they look at how well rounded a student is. don't worry, you are one of thousands that has the same worries. and you're only a junior, don't forget to enjoy highschool too.
2007-03-11 08:49:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) You are really smart too, as proved by your GPA and the fact that your closest friends like to be with you. Birds of a feather flock together.
2) Sign up for a practice SAT this spring. Buy a prep workbook and take a prep course for it. If you can't afford the fancy ones, local community colleges usually have excellent prep courses.
3) Make sure you sign up for some AP classes for next semester. This can bring your GPA even higher than 4.0. If you choose a really hard subject, you can always get tutoring help in it if necessary.
4) Use your summer wisely, in an internship or job that shows your well-roundedness. Either pursue a special talent (art, sports, etc.) or do meaningful volunteer work. Social justice trumps a job in the world of finance.
5) Start working on your application essay now. Don't wait till the last minute. You can run it by your English teacher or guidance counselor for advice. This essay is really important.
6) Start researching scholarship opps, maybe through a search service. Sometimes you can get a full ride at a lesser-known college, which may make more sense for you than a flashy top ten. Keep your state colleges in mind, some are excellent, and they are invariably more affordable than the private ones.
6) If possible, find an adult mentor who can steer you through the labyrinth.
7) Whatever else you do, don't miss any application deadlines!
8) Good luck and best wishes to you.
2007-03-11 06:09:19 · answer #2 · answered by RE 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Calm down, you'll be accepted. 4.0 and some activities will get you in almost anywhere, colleges are not THAT selective. Scholarships are more competetive, but you'll probably get one of those too. Apply to more than one in case you don't get in (or don't get enough scholarship/aid) at your top choice. You'll get stuff from colleges once you take the SAT/ACT (perhaps your friends have already taken it?). Just keep up the GPA, prepare for the SAT/ACT and put some time into your application essay, you'll be fine. I'm not sure the leadership conferences are worth it, they probably just want your money.
2007-03-11 06:10:27 · answer #3 · answered by ooooo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look for a college. Apply online. Look for the best one that you like and the one that fits you best. Good Luck!!
2007-03-11 05:56:25 · answer #4 · answered by bsjokerkid 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋