My problem is that, despite being a pretty strong student, I've had immense trouble with standardized tests. I don't know why... I just can't focus on the SAT/ACT. I just can't score well. I'm trying again one more time after taking a prep class, hopefully I'll see improvement. But luckily for me, one of the colleges on my list (Wesleyan) is test-optional!
GPA:
U/W: 3.96
Weighted cumulative: 4.465
Weighted 10-12: 4.81 (that's assuming I get all As senior year—I know they don't take this GPA, but I'm trying to get across that I took very rigorous classes. I've taken all honors/AP in 11th and am doing the same 12th)
Rank: I believe I'm at least top 9%, but that's all my school releases to students. We don't get specific rank.
Test Scores:
Now the embarrassing part. I'm not submitting these, of course... but I just thought you should know why, maybe :/
SAT: 1340
Reading/writing: 650, Math: 690
ACT: 27
(English is my only decent section on this test, let's just say that...)
I will be taking Math II and Spanish SAT subjects soon. I don't know how those will go, but I'm expecting to do well on Spanish. I may submit these?
AP Scores:
AP Euro (4), AP Psychology (5), AP Spanish (5), APUSH (5), Statistics (4)
I'll be sending these, I think. Not as bad as my standardized tests, lol
Awards/Honors (not anything too distinct):
National Spanish Exam gold medal
Math achievement awards- AP Statistics and Pre-Calculus Honors
Honorable mention in an art contest
AP Scholar with distinction
Extracurriculars:
Volunteer Club, Interact. Leadership positions: secretary 10th & 11th, Vice President 12th. (4 years)
Badminton Team (3 years)
Women in STEM Club, Vice President. (3 years)
Guitar and other music composition (4 years, more of a passion)
Jazz Band (2 years)
Anatomy Club. IT Officer. (3 years)
WASC Student Leader (1 year)
Internship at a software company doing QA (one summer)
I've also taken a biology course at a community college (worth credit). I've also taken CS 101 and a Statistical Modeling class online, but these 2 don't give credit.
Other information:
Race/Ethnicity: Asian (Indian)
Sex: Female
Income: very above average
Hooks: none :')
I think I'm a good student overall, but I do have the test score thing holding me back. I guess what I really want to know is if not submitting test scores is going to hold me back. I feel that my application is a lot stronger without standardized test scores, but I'm fearful that Wesleyan won't be accepting of me not submitting test scores because I don't really have a hook that would keep me from success on those exams. I just... suck. Lol. Crossing my fingers that I'll do well on the upcoming ACT I'm taking, but I'm doubtful.
I would REALLY appreciate feedback because this test score thing has been bothering me so much :( I feel like I won't get any school I want because of it... if you guys have any further questions about me, I'd be happy to answer!
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