Applying to American Colleges

Sup,
Sorry, this is my first post so if there are any technical mistakes or whatever, that's why.
I'm just calling out for anyone who could give me advice on my applications to applications to American Colleges, and whether realistically I should be going for them:
iGCSEs: 6A*s
GCSEs: 2A*s, 2As
IB: Predicted 42 with straight 7s in HLs (Philosophy, Biology, Chemistry)
I will take ACT and SAT II in Biology and Chemistry (hopefully following the same trend).
As far as ECs go, I do Rugby for my school's 1st team, and also for my local club. I have won both 'Player of the Season' and 'Most Improved'.
I play Snare Drum, Flute, and Drum Kit, all grade 8.
Head Percussionist for my school's Orchestra, and also perform in a marching band.
So essentially my plan is to go early actions for Harvard (if you never try, the answer will always be no… y'know) and from there I can decide where else to apply.
I'm thinking, as far as timing goes, to have all the exams finished by October, done some international work (I like the idea of voluntarily working in some kind of animal shelter possibly), doing everything else required for the admissions process (along with some other nice stuff; not too sure yet but perhaps some kind of internship or extra course for philosophy), then going for an interview.
Any feedback would be much appreciated. I don't want to do what a lot of others do on here (try to sell themselves to other members of TSR as opposed to focusing what actually needs to be done) so I'm thinking practically here.
Many thanks

You would probably do well to hire a consultant. Expensive, but will probably benefit you in the long run. Otherwise, you're making random decisions on the basis of second hand information about a situation you actually know very little about.

Hey,
It also really helps to call up the college and ask what they want, and what they look for in applications, normally they will be really helpful and willing to give pointers. good luck with your application

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Hey, did you do this personally? If so, who did you call?

Yea, I didn't apply to Harvard tho.
When I called my college just call up the admissions office with your questions.
I didn't have as much difficulty as I'm and american citizen so can still apply as a us applicant but I notice that Harvard specifically has a UK section so they will definitely be able to help and offer advice

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Hey, I noticed you didn't get any responses. I private messaged you because I'm doing the same thing as you! Reply when you can.

I think that everything you're planning on doing is great for US colleges.

Yo,
Haha thanks man. I was feeling a bit lonely. I checked my inbox and didn't get anything… try again? I think it would be mutually beneficial if we both had a second opinion on this kinda stuff

Hi, i have applied to an American College too... its the money issue that's the hard part unless you get a full ride scholarship which are rare really!
Your grades are awesome though, you should look into Yale and UPenn too
Good Luck