What are my chances of getting into Phillips Andover?

What are my chances of getting into Andover's Phillips Academy?

• Right now, I'm a 7th grader, 12-year old female and I feel like Phillips Academy could benefit me. But, I'm not really sure if I have a chance of getting accepted. I know that they base it off of your academics, extra activities, and your personality during the interview but I'm not sure if I'm good enough. - high honors since 5th grade (mostly being in the very high 90s or in the middle) - has been playing the flute for 3 years, 4th year at the moment - can listen but not speak cantonese fluently - has walked 20 miles for walk for hunger once - can write very well-written, strong essays - 15 hours of bread of life volunteering - 100 hours of volunteering at the local library - has taken 3 years of italian - is very nice, can keep in anger extremely well - tries to make sure everyone is respectful to each other, trying to avoid fights or arguments - when actually in an argument, talks/reasons it out or just ignores it - in band I know my extra activities aren't that high, so I might take an academic class, piano lessons or do kung fu. any thoughts or advice? thanks, hope you can answer :D

• Answer:

  Honestly, there's no way to tell. There are tons and tons of variables and things that the Admissions Office and faculty take into account. They'll see your academics, SSAT scores, extracurriculars, passions, quirks, personality, and how you fit in a classroom. Just do your best, be passionate, and as one of my favorite admissions officers always says, "the most important thing is to BE NICE!." Also, remember that you have plenty of time. You're only 12 and in 7th grade, after all. You will develop and change considerably before it is time for you to apply. Good luck! Perhaps I will meet you one day when I come back as an alumni. It's truly a wonderful place.