Johns Hopkins University ??
im a junior in high school and I play clarinet. recently the clarinet professor from JHU was visiting my city and I paid like $150 to get a private lesson with him. he complimented my performance and gave me helpful advice and he said he enjoyed working with me and he would love to have another lesson with me next time he's in town. I didn't think I could get into Johns Hopkins before this lesson, but my gpa is good and now I know that the professor for my intended major doesn't think I suck. if he has a say in my getting into the college then I think I might have a chance? I also know that since I'm planning on being a music major, a lot depends on how well I do on my actual audition for the college. but idk im stupid what do you guys think
First of all, you're not stupid :) this is a very good question coming from a thinker with brains!
Second of all, I think it's great that you are already establishing a relationshop with the professor. If he does have say in your acceptence or denial, then that is definitely a positive thing. HOWEVER, be cautious, and do not assume he will be your key in! You need to keep doing your very best in school. I looked up some stats for you that may be helpful so you can get a feel for what scores, GPA you may need:
SAT scores:
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 720-770
Math: 740-800
ACT scores:
Composite: 33-35
Note: they are also test-optional, so if these scores are out of reach, apply without them.
GPA: The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Johns Hopkins is typically around 3.9 (on a 4.0 scale). The university, however, does not report an official average GPA. Keep in mind that they also consider the rigor of your coursework, such as AP, IB, or honors classes.
Based on all that, you need to take your studies seriously and aim for a almost perfect GPA. Your audition will be important, too; I recommend getting advice from an older person who has gone through music auditions for colleges.
So, I can't for sure tell you how much of a chance you have, not knowing your GPA or course rigor, but I think you're doing good. If you want to reply and share the other info (GPA, test scores, ECs, course rigor) I may be able to give a more specific evaluation.
Hope this helps :) Keep doing your best! And above all, if you want to attend Johns Hopkins, then go for it. But if there's another school-whether it is as prestigious or not- that you are more interested in or more excited about, then I don't think that stressing yourself over JHU would be wise.
I was actually sick during the week of semester exams, so I've been going to my classes during lunch to complete them. But some of those grades haven't been put in yet and right now my GPA is a bit lower because of that. It's still good though; it's a 3.907 unweighted and a 4.357 weighted (Almost all of the classes I'm in are AP, Dual Enrollment, or Honors). If I get good grades on my exams, my unweighted GPA could go up to 4.0 again.
I haven't taken the SAT or ACT yet, but I got a 1300 on the PSAT and I've taken practice ACTs where I got around 24-26. But this was a while ago and I think I could get better scores now. If not, at least test-optional is an option lol.
Most of my extracurriculars are related to music. I'm the second chair in an audition-based orchestra in which I play alongside college students. I've gotten into my state's All-State orchestra and All-State band and my school district's Honor band every year of high school. I've also played in lots of wind symphonies and jazz bands and other orchestras and chamber groups; I can't even remember how many ensembles I've been in. Other than music things, I'm also a member of the NHS and I'm taking a ceramics class.
Sounds great! I think you are doing very well--based on what you've shared, I think you have a chance of getting into Johns Hopkins. A 1300 in PSAT is a very good start! I recommend trying a practice DSAT (you can download the Bluebook App) and seeing if you do better vs. your ACT. (Trick-go to Youtube and look up Method Learning. They have awesome videos explaining how to use the built-in Desmos calculater to solve over 90% of the math!)
Yes, your ECs are mostly music, but I think that just shows your commitment and level of interest.
Keep up the good work! If you have any questions, lmk!
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