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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]once you get to a baseline, the GPA and scores don't matter.

the story is more important for reaches - what makes your kid compelling, different, memorable.

If pre-med, I'd highly suggest not to state of major pref in bio or a science - especially if Indian or asian.

What ECs? What activities? What awards? Hobbies? All more important once you reach the baseline.[/quote]

OP.  ECs are routine, nothing really stands out.  Mostly school-related: sports, clubs, summer camps.  DC wants to take time to figure out the major, but refuse[b] to consider computer science or engineering[/b].  Not obsessed with prestige/ivy.[/quote]

that's great. if a junior, i assume, what is the kid doing this summer? how is the kid in humanities classes? has kid connected with any teachers for LOR? if so, what subject? what are favorite classes? any academic outside of school hobbies?[/quote]

OP here.  Yes, junior.  Went to a selective stem camp last summer.  But our school counselor said that summer camps are not that helpful in college process though it's great for personal growth.  She suggested making an impact.  We have no clue how to do that.  Probably will spend the junior summer volunteering or an internship.

Balanced stem/humanities classes, worst grades in humanities are B+.  Recommendation would be from math and science teachers.  Favorites are biology/chemistry.  Founded a school club related to environmental science.

No, no academic outside, meaning no math/science competition. [/quote]

Consistent B+ in a subject area or here and there? Consistent B+ in one or more subject areas will hurt for top schools. A few B+ spread out don't really hurt much, especially if they are in the fall or 'in season' if an athlete.[/quote]

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