What's the most competitive college I can possibly get into?

I'm trying to aim high with my applications, but I'm not quite sure how high I should go. I have really good grades, decent extracurriculars, and my standardised test scores aren't bad. I want to know what could potentially be the most competitive college I'd have a shot at?

First off, it's good to know you're aiming high and are confident in your grades and test scores. However, a thorough assessment can't be done without detailed information on your academic and extracurricular record.

Here's what I'll need to assess which selective schools might be reachable for you:

1. Your GPA: If it's close to 4.0 (unweighted) and you have taken several advanced courses (like APs, IBs, or dual enrollment), you'd have a good chance at many competitive institutions.

2. Standardized test scores: Exactly how "not bad" are they? If you have scores above the 75th percentile for competitive colleges (generally around 1500 for the SAT), it could greatly boost your chances.

3. Extracurricular activities: Admissions officers at top colleges often look for students who have pursued their interests at a high level (like reaching leadership positions or receiving recognitions/awards). Describe your involvement a little bit more. Are you active in clubs, sports, volunteering, or work? Have you contributed positively to your community or demonstrated creativity or entrepreneurship?

4. If you have a developed passion or a "spike," that would enhance your application at selective colleges. This could be something like winning at a national level competition or being a top performer in a specific activity.

5. Course Rigor: Were your courses challenging given what was available at your high school or did you take an easy route?

By providing these details, I can help you better gauge where your application might stand out. Additionally, look beyond rankings; investigate opportunities at different colleges and identify where you feel you would succeed and be happiest.

Remember, no matter how high your stats are, admissions at top-tier schools are never a guarantee due to the holistic nature of the admissions process. Therefore, you must also apply to a balanced mix of reach, match, and safety schools.