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@DD_Biscut713
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 • 5 months ago •
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Will I get into Georgia tech or Emory as a freshman?
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My counselor keeps saying I wont get in and dude it's really crushing me so so much and I need some advice truly here's my transcript . . .

I have a 3.70 GPA, strong test scores (SAT: 1600, ACT: 36), and actively participate in extracurricular activities such as Key Club, French National Honor Society, Math Club, Science Olympiad, and more. I have completed 8 AP courses, earning scores of 4-5 on all of them, and have also taken 2 college courses. My goal is to become a neurosurgeon, and I am eager to gather insights on how I can improve my chances of admission to Emory and/or Georgia tech.

Emory University:

- Chances of getting accepted: 22%

- Overall acceptance rate: 13%

Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech):

- Chances of getting accepted: 17%

- Overall acceptance rate: 16%

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@NuNeptune5 months ago

You got a perfect score on the SAT?

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@RanDH
5 answers, 7 votes
 • 5 months ago

I can't say that I'm not jealous - you have some amazing stats! I think it really sucks that your counselor told that to you because I really think you have a chance of getting in. At this point, I think it really depends on your personal essays/how you present yourself to the admission offices. It makes a strong point when you talk about what you can provide to (this college)'s community. I'd say that you should seek out resources such as an essay reviewer or a mentor to help you prepare your essays and really nail down the point that "Yes, I do belong here."

Worst comes to worst; if you get denied from a college, you have other schools on your list that think that you'll definitely fit into and will get you the education you need to become a neurosurgeon. You have what it takes, so don't listen to your counselor. You got it!

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[🎤 AUTHOR]@DD_Biscut7135 months ago

Honestly I have my dreams set on Emory and her main issue is I failed a class freshman year but retook it with a B+ ( French 1 ) So I'm really worried

@Bobalover5 months ago

I wouldn't let that get you down! You have amazing stats and extracurriculars and as long as you have a good strong essay showing your true self I'm sure you'll get into your dream school!

@addieC5 months ago

Colleges actually love to see that you're able to overcome failure/hardship, especially when it follows with excellence, like you did! It shows that you're hard working and have great ability to persevere, which is just what universities are looking for! Plus, failing a course freshman year isn't that big of a deal, and in your case, it's beneficial because you grew from it. French also SUCKS, so I feel you! You've got this :))

[🎤 AUTHOR]@DD_Biscut7135 months ago

Thank you! This is helpful iv already emailed a few schools and hopefully I'll be able to talk to them and get into Emory

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