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@Aicha
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 • 2 years ago •
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Chances to get into an IVY
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Hello!

I want to know if people had any idea as if I can get into a IVY, I’m in 11th and have a 3.96 unweighted gpa, my school doesn’t offer APS but I took College prep and honors which are the highest, I’m also into a French school where I have an overall of 17,66/20 which is consider excellent. I’m planning on taking 3/4 APS outside of school next year but I don’t know if it’ll help. I also got my first SAT results (1490). I work outside of school + volunteer in a political group. My dream school would be Berkeley (I know it’s not an IVY) but I’m scared I’m not doing enough.

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@UrMom
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 • 2 years ago

Personally, I do think you need to be doing more.

Generally I recommend:

Focus on getting the highest test score possible, and doing activities in the area your passionate in.

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@CameronBameron
2,265 answers, 8,643 votes
 • 2 years ago

In order to get into an Ivy, they are looking for more than grades, course rigor, test scores, and interesting ECs. If you are okay going to Berkeley, you are in good shape but keep in mind your SAT is low if you are applying for a STEM degree and that financial aid is poor if you are applying out of state.

For Ivys, it is paramount that you have an angular narrative with some key Spike activities. Ivy Colleges are NOT looking for well-rounded applicants, they are looking for a well-rounded incoming class of cohorts. Therefore your application must be more compelling than what is written on paper as a C.V. (resume).

There are plenty of posts on here that will help you understand what a Spike or Angular narrative means. I recommend that you view some videos produced by CollegeVine to help you understand that you need things that make you stand out compared to your peers.

Examples of Videos are the following:

Elias has an excellent video -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qML2UQOx10k

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trACSy_js5Y

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thOVfNY89L4

Good luck.

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