Vicky Flores,
Claremont (CMC)
B.A., Economics
Hi! My name is Vicky Flores and I'm an incoming freshman at Claremont McKenna University, where I'll be majoring in PPE (Politics Philosophy and Economics) with a possible double major/minor in CS and Film Studies. Available to mentor/for advice.
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Claremont McKenna College (Claremont, CA)
Applied for a B.A. in Economics
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It seems as if in the process of growing up, we often lose the faculty of wonder that once allowed us to view the world with enthusiasm and curiosity. As a six-year-old living in Ecuador in 2005, I had a limited understanding of what the world entailed. I was used to my life in Quito, the little corner stores by my house, the busy roads that I could hear from my bedroom window at night and my grandmother's delicious home cooked...Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay204 WordsWhile conducting my college search, I quickly realized that my ideal undergraduate experience encompassed three main aspects: cultural and intellectual diversity, leadership and involvement and an entrepreneurial spirit. When I visited CMC this summer, I was able to see myself studying and having stimulating discussions with people from all over the world. I pictured myself in the Athenaeum, listening to my heroes speak about issues that inspire me and learning from the unique experiences of my peers. As a third...
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5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)21 Words5 adjectives that I think that...What I’d change about my application process55 WordsI would have taken more time to write my common app essay. I changed ideas too many...List of schools I interviewed with and my interview experience919 WordsI interviewed with Columbia University, Stanford University, University of Pennsylvania, and Hult International Business School. When I was informed that I had my to have my first college interview, I was simultaneously excited and terrified. I looked all over the internet for advice and tips and I wanted to do anything to prepare. Yet, I wasn’t able to find comprehensive advice/tips that were current for the specific universities that I was looking for. Thus, from my experience, I’ve decided to share some of my own knowledge in hopes of helping you out: INITIAL INTERACTION Hult: My Hult...Recommended summer activities during high school and college112 WordsI would definitely recommend volunteering/community service or doing something that is fun that you're passionate about. Ideas: 1. Build a computer from scratch 2. Learn how to code 3. Learn a...What set me apart from other applicants107 WordsI think the top things that set me apart from other applicants were: 1. International experience - Living in Ecuador, Oman and the UAE, going to international schools, traveling 2. My love of...Why I ultimately chose my school111 WordsI ended up choosing Claremont McKenna College over the other schools I was accepted to because : 1. Reputation 2. Happiest College in America 3. Great economics department 4. Part of the Claremont Consortium (...What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school86 Words1. I think something that really helps in writing this essay is that if you can, you should go visit the campus and write down your...My advice about getting recommenders127 WordsGet to know your teachers really well. Stay after class, talk to them, find out what you have in common. Develop a relationship with them. Ask politely and well in advance. In my school, the top teachers would...What I like about my school’s location and culture46 WordsI love: 1. The Californian laid back vibe 2. The wonderful weather all year...Most popular extracurricular activities at my college59 WordsSome of the most popular extracurriculars are: 1. Model United Nations 2. Outdoor Initiative 3. The Alexander...My favorite course thus far, and why5 Words*Will update...What I’d change about my school if I were student body president5 Words*Will update...What I now know about my school that I never would have known prior to enrolling5 Words*Will update...How to approach transferring schools4 Words*Will...Whether I used a private admissions counselor, and advice I received8 WordsI did...Why I declined other schools24 WordsI declined other schools mainly...Post-college plans5 Words* Will update...How I chose schools to apply to39 WordsI chose schools to apply to based on these...Reaching out to professors and coaches at schools I applied to2 WordsN...Whether I took out loans or applied for scholarships, and my advice2 WordsN...Additional material sent in after waitlisted or deferred2 WordsN...My extracurricular activities in college, and why I chose them5 Words* Will update...How to increase chances at my school75 WordsI would really focus on: 1. Keeping up a good GPA 2. Focusing on standardized test scores - SAT/ACT (I would recommend...
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High School TypeInternationalGPA3.90(no specification of weighting)RankTop 5%
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