Biology
My SAT scores were not exceptional, but they were enough to merit applying to a top tier school. I think that my High school grades (4.0/Valedictorian) helped immensely.
Biology
I was top of my class, did well on SATs, did your typical involvement stuff (NHS, Swim Team, etc.) To get in, simply keep your grades up and show some leadership in high school.
Biology
Interview and Summer Programs
Biology
Not much. Decent SAT's, AP scores, SATII scores.
I've heard if you're a good athlete you'll get an underground scholarship. HORRIBLE sport program though.
No merit scholarship.
Chemical Engineering
Hm... getting very good grades in high school, some active leadership, over 1900 on your SATs, and convincing scores (700+) on SAT IIs to make up for any low SAT grade; and creative and original essays are extremely important. Be yourself and you'll be fine: if you get in it's probably because you'll fit in nicely here; if you don't, it probably isn't for you even though you might very smart.
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Went to high school. Played varsity tennis. volunteered some. applied early and got deferred and then accepted. Though I do like Tufts a lot, I believe that anyone can succeed at any college given the right attitude. Doesnt have to be Tufts.
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
I had a 3.3 GPA with about a 1400 on the SAT
Did summer math and science courses at UMASS Lowell and took as many AP classes in high school as I could. Applied early, got wait listed then accepted. Just be yourself. Do the interview.
English
These days you have to be some sort of superstar to get into Tufts...but that doesn't necessarily mean having a 4.5 GPA and 2400 (or whatever the new top score is) on the SAT. While good grades and test scores are important, Tufts likes to emphasize its diversity, and the spirit of entrepreneurship and community service among its students. So if you help out in your neighborhood (more than cleaning up the river once a year) or started a company or club, make sure to emphasize that. Above all, remember that admissions officers read thousands of applications, so make sure your essay stands out (without seeming too weird or insincere). Just make sure your application reflects who you are, and that before you fill it out, you've had opportunities to learn about yourself.
Language - French/Spanish/etc.
Tufts is (thankfully) becoming increasingly more competitive as the years pass. People are finally beginning to realize, it seems, that in terms of education in the liberal arts, Tufts is on par with any of the Ivies. In your application, convey a desire to learn and a desire to progress intellectually and personally. Don't be afraid to be daring, either, but don't go overboard.
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