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But I wouldn't get so hung up on being the perfect student. For example, i SUCKED at math in high school, but I didn't let that discourage me, and instead focused on the subjects I was passionate about. I was involved in theater, cross country, MUN, NHS. I played piano, and volunteered on the weekeneds at a local orphanage. I did lots of writing in my spare time (some of which I submitted along w/my app) and made some short films. I also taught myself some Portugese in my spare time, and was editor of an arts newspapaper which i helped start for 2 years.Everything I did, I was genuinely interested in, and I think my thirst for knowledge was more important than my academics. I was really honest in my essays, and I really suggest you put a LOT of effort into them (and i mean A LOT- in many cases, they are the only thing to distinguish you from a bunch of other applicants, so you gotta stand out). I also had some pretty inspiring teacher recs. I did the IB and I scored a total of 44 points. Taking challenging courses really helps.
If you think you have what it takes for whatever reason, don't let some numbers discourage you. Grades ARE important, don't get me wrong, but they're not everything, and you can def. compensate for a less than stellar academic record with extracurriculars, essays, passion for knowledge, etc. When I was applying, the school counselor (who had spoken to me like once for ten minutes) told me that with my academics, there was "no way I'd get in". So don't let anyone discourage you. Just apply! you have nothing to lose, and everything to gain, so good luck (and dont get too obsessed with those numbers)!
SAT: 1420 Female
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I think I got in as part of the Christian conservative diversity quota. I wrote my essay about being different, and I was accepted. I also had a 4.0 and good SAT's, but my extracurriculars were unimpressive.
SAT: 1510 Female