In other words, what kind of credentials can get me as close to guaranteed as possible in getting into one of those schools? It'd be great to hear from some graduates from those schools.
2007-04-09 14:11:44 · 5 answers · asked by Some dude 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
The starting point is to have very good SATs - upwards of 2150, and a very good GPA - among the best in your HS... top 5 - 10 kids in a HS of 250 - 400 graduates.
I don't agree that the essay is most important. The admissions guys are well aware that many kids get professional help with their essays.
But, you need really good teacher references. Your teachers know you better than anyone, and they can boost or harm your app. And, you need good extracurriculars - not a lot, but good ones --- you have to show that you are a a leader, and an effective leader... What if you were president of a club, but the club didnt do anything? You need to be president of a club that competed in the state competition and won a gold and then went on to place high in the national competition. Like, Science Olympiad, or DECA, or cheerleaders, or whatever, but you have to have shown creative, effective leadership.
Or, possibly you personally did something amazing. Set a national record, started a nonprofit, solo'd with the local symphony.
There has to be something distinct that show you arent just a grind who gets good marks but doesnt have any passion or ambition. Show you have a passion that you have successfully pursued and you will have a good shot at one of the Ivies.
And if you don't make it, remember that there are plenty of wonderful top tier schools that have excellent resources and can give you a good education. Choose any top 100 school as your safety and you will be sure of a good education.
2007-04-09 14:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by matt 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can have the 4.0 and the high SAT/ACT score and still not get in. You should take multiple SAT II tests and do very well. You should be in a few extracurricular activities and be doing great things with them - the captain of a sports team or All-State athlete, the president of a club, the creator of a new club, something exceptional.
It's mainly the essays, though. You have to be original and stand out above all the other 4.0 and 2350 SAT applicants. Talk about something a little off-the-wall but tie it in to your life and your success. Don't talk about the prestige of the Ivy League schools - they already know that they're prestigious, and that just makes you sound naive. Let your family and friends read your essays before you turn them in. Be original, creative and fresh and you'll have a good chance.
2007-04-09 14:22:09 · answer #2 · answered by Kaylynn Jane 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ideal GPA isn't needed till you desire Harvard or Yale. you may desire to not have adequate AP's distinctly in the adventure that your college has a large popularity, they could desire to furnish lots. i'm guessing you're pursuing engineering. in case you're you may desire to desire 800 on math. And BTW for 2 APs, and 10 honors, your weighted GPA sounds kinda intense. I even have 2 B's, yet after junior 365 days i will have 6 APs, and 11 Honors, then i'm taking 5 extra APs next 365 days. My GPA is 3.9 with a 4.3 weight. Get that checked. You seem tremendously lots popular in Engineering it truly is a distinctive plus. community service isn't as important for the Ivies, as that's different colleges, so do not trouble. management is extensive. attempt to be an officer next 365 days in some club and do something for the club it is surprising. yet like I stated, community service and GPA you're nice on. You sound in basic terms like me different than my SATs are not incredibly there (790 on math, 620 analyzing, 710 writing) and my concentration is extra environmental analyze and analyze incredibly than engineering. i think of you're tremendously solid candidate and that i could assume you to get into a minimum of one, if not some extra. with any luck, it works out for the two one persons. i'm additionally aiming IVY, yet my weak point is SAT.
2016-10-02 11:07:01 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing's guaranteed. And right now, you're one in a million applying with very little chance of getting in. Even if you had a 4.0 and were at the very top, you're still at high risk of being turned down.
Ivies are nothing more than a status symbol. Education is what you put into it and get out of it, not what your diploma says.
Set your sights a little lower. If you end up getting rejected, at least it won't be a total disappointment.
2007-04-09 14:15:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Having very famous parents or being a celebrity yourself.
Publishing a book.
Recording a major CD.
Starting a non-profit.
Doing original scientific research.
And of course, having a 4.0 and several sports and other activities. Then you're be well on your way.
2007-04-09 14:14:53 · answer #5 · answered by eri 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋