Floatinghead Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Hello people!This is my first post so apologises if I break any forum rules. Today, I just want to see your opinion on my university chances. I am looking to apply to the US (I am an international student) and I am looking to apply to an economics course. However, I am very likely to recieve a predicted 5 for HL Maths and I was wondering how do you think this will affect my chances.Talked to a few of my teachers and this is what my predicted will probably looks like:Chinese B SL: 7English Lang/Lit SL: 7 or 6Physics SL: 7Math HL: 5Econ HL: 7Chem HL : 7Furthermore, our school always predict a 2 for TOK.Do you think high quality schools like Columbia is still a possibility for me or too much of a reach? Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Encord Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 (edited) I think your grades are fine really...You shouldn't rule yourself out of applying to some good schools in the US just because you may be predicted a 5 in Math HL. Honestly, to get into schools like that you should just have a very good application package. You have good grades, now you just need to work on your SAT/ACT and your essays and I'm sure you'll be good to go. All the best with the application process.Oh and the thing with high reach schools is, even the best students are not guaranteed admission. Edited May 23, 2014 by Encord 2 Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix of the IB Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 (edited) Those predicted grades are pretty good, but I think you already know that Yes, you do have a chance at top quality US universities, but your grades are not the only important thing for them. As Encord said, even the best academic students do not get is. You have to make yourself stand out through extracurriculars such as internships, sports, clubs or other stuff you enjoy doing and are good at (even better if they have something to do with an Economics course you are interested in). Just never expect to get into one of those huge universities, hope for it but don't expect it. You can always try again when you are going for a masters degree later on in life. There are tons of great Economics schools all over the world so just keep looking and when you get some of your offers and other things you will be fine. Best of luck Edited May 23, 2014 by Phoenix of the IB 1 Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floatinghead Posted May 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thanks a lot! I'll try and see if i can up my maths but in the mean time, i'll keep building up my extracurriculars. But seriously, thanks a lot people, helps clear a lot of confusion. * I'll also talk to my university department to get further input.Thanks! 2 Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Wong Posted May 25, 2014 Report Share Posted May 25, 2014 i am sorry but just want to ask you are attending the nov session? and you got your pg already? seems very fast... Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floatinghead Posted May 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2014 Nope, I haven't gotten all some are just estimates by myself. But my teachers are telling me one by one now cuz according to them, its very unlikely for the grade to change between now and year 13. So far, I've gotten my highers (math 5, chem 7, econ 7). Still waiting for chinese, physics and english. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaac Wong Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 Ahh i see good luck:) Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cricketcrazynerd Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 dude you have 1.5 years left till your final exams... these grades are bound to change overtime. If you work harder, you can change that 5 to a 7 no doubt... Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forester Posted June 10, 2014 Report Share Posted June 10, 2014 Columbia will not only be looking at your IB grades. You should also try to get a high SAT score, write stellar essays and be really involved in your community. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samim Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Well done! I have seen some people get too really good unis with a 5 in math hl, u just need to keep it up...and make sure ur application process is neatly done with good SAT/ACT scores, a splendid recomendation, a good essay and KEEP UP YOUR BRILLIANT WORK...I can see you getting that 6 or 7 in the end...jst keep working..I was asking how are u able to do this well. What is your routine? Is phy sl managable cause that the only subject and math hl that I am worrying about for next year. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaby Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Well done! I have seen some people get too really good unis with a 5 in math hl, u just need to keep it up...and make sure ur application process is neatly done with good SAT/ACT scores, a splendid recomendation, a good essay and KEEP UP YOUR BRILLIANT WORK...I can see you getting that 6 or 7 in the end...jst keep working..I was asking how are u able to do this well. What is your routine? Is phy sl managable cause that the only subject and math hl that I am worrying about for next year. Please don't bring up posts that are over a year old. You can PM the original poster if you want to find out about how they did. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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