Please critique this list for junior

Anonymous wrote:B+/A- student in primarily honors/AP classes (though not in math). 1300 PSAT. Co-founded student hunger charity that has since spread to other towns. Captain of track team. Student council co-president for grade. Wants to major in politics/government. Strong interest in political organizing. Wants a small, politically active college.

Choices in order of reach
Wesleyan
Wellesley
Mount Holyoke
Sarah Lawrence
Reed
Lewis & Clark

What else? Did not like the vibe at Smith College, also considering Pitzer but have heard mixed things about livability.

Looking to spend a good chunk of money, huh? No interest in public?

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02/07/2025 11:55

Subject: Please critique this list for junior

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Anonymous

If the kid had something close to a 4.0 with highest rigor, I think all of these schools could be in reach, since they’re TO. My kid got into Wes TO with that profile (as well as strong ECs/leadership).

But unless the HS is a grade deflator, meaning the kid is in the top 5-10%, I don’t think Wes, at least, is likely. Can’t hurt to shoot your shot, of course, as long as the kid is realistic. And if Wes is really the clear first choice, go ED.