How hard is it to get into Stanford?

How hard is it to get into Stanford?

• I was on the honor roll in both 9th and 10th grade and participated in the sudent council in 10th grade, soon for 11 and 12 grade i'm going to do full IB diploma, are what i'm doing good enough to get me into Stanford. I'm also on the soccer and basket ball team. Is there any thing else that might help me?

• Answer:

  Stanford has historically been on the most competitive schools for admission in the world, and this year it was even more challenging to be admitted due to a 22% increase in applicants. Over 31,000 people applied for just 2300 spots, so it's exceptionally hard to get into Stanford. You are on the right track. I think pursuing the IB diploma is wise, and that participating in sports and student council helps to make you well-rounded. You don't need to join half a dozen clubs or play more sports than you already are but I encourage you to try to seek out leadership roles such as being a class officer and captain of a team to demonstrate your passion and dedication. Quality trumps quantity. Try to become involved in your community as well by volunteering; it will look great on your application as well as be personally fulfilling. Make the most of every summer. Go to an academic or study abroad program for high school students or to sports camp; take classes at the community college; volunteer; or get a part-time job. Anything is better than spending your summer on the sofa. Start rigorously preparing for the SAT and aim for having a score over 2250. When it's time to apply, make sure you dedicate a lot of time to the essays; they are crucial. You can read more about the application preparation on Stanford's website: http://www.stanford.edu/dept/uga/basics/selection/prepare.html Good luck! ~ Pax / Peace : )