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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thanks all for the advice.  I do not think he will get into mit or the Ivy League schools.  I am discouraging him from thinking with that mindset.  With prep, I think it’s reasonable he will have over 1500 sat.  He is a great test take and on track for 12 APs, he has 2 5s from 9th grade already.  He is smart.  He would be fine at a top school, at least academically, but I know he won’t get in since he isn’t special.   I want to ensure he can at least get into a school like BC or BU at minimum.   Thanks for all the suggestions.  [/quote]

Im sure your son is amazing. Nothing wrong with having your son aspire to some of the top schools, as long as his expectations are kept in check. It’s a difficult conversation to have with a teenager. It can be a difficult thing to accept as a parent! It’s important to understand the current landscape and what it means for someone with your son’s profile. My kid’s academic profile is a little weaker than your son’s, and they had a couple leadership positions (junior and senior year) and a part-time job (junior and senior year). Not STEM.  Visiting colleges and finding safeties and targets they liked was very helpful. Accepted at several T-50’s and happily attending one. All the best to your son! [/quote]

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