cpru
cpru,
BYU-Idaho
B.F.A., Spanish Language and Literature
I am a student attending BYU studying Spanish Translation!
Features Included
3
Essays
3
Schools
2
Scores
5
Advice
1
ECs
2
Sports

Background

Hometown Littleton, Colorado
GenderMale
AdmissionRegular Decision, Transfer
Class of2016
English First Language Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken Spanish

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • Brigham Young University - Idaho (Rexburg, ID)
  • Brigham Young University (Provo, UT)
  • Colorado State University  (Fort Collins, CO)
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Brigham Young University - Idaho (Rexburg, ID)

Applied for a B.F.A. in Spanish Language and Literature

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: Both Parents

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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Personal Statement
155 Words
Reaching a goal, Overcoming personal struggle
Imagine walking a 400-acre campus shackled to a ball and chain! Not easy or fun. I chained myself to this lead ball by not applying myself my freshman year of college. While serving a full-time mission in Mexico, the light came on. I lost myself in missionary work--a life-changing experience. I gained perspective and set lifetime goals. Back in the “real world,” I developed a strong work ethic through full-time employment as well as finishing my Associate’s degree. This...
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Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay
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Additional Essay Details
69 Words
My desire to transfer to BYU is two-fold; BYU-Idaho does not offer a film degree and my desire to attend a church school. My intended field of study is film, with a minor in business. I would like to continue my education at BYU where the Media Arts program is outstanding. There I can prepare for my career in film, producing exceptional, creative entertainment in corporate or entertainment industries.
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General Admissions Advice

What I’d change about my application process
129 Words
BYU is a very tough school to be accepted to. Coming out of high school I just kind of assumed that I would be able to get in because of who I was, and not entirely because of my...
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Most popular extracurricular activities at my college
123 Words
Students at BYU are involved in a lot of different cool activities. Because of its association with the LDS church, many members of the church come from around the globe to attend the school. There are a...
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What set me apart from other applicants
132 Words
When I transferred from BYU Idaho to BYU, I think that one of the things that set me apart was my high transfer gpa. I had decent grades in high school, but struggled my freshman year of college. Because of...
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What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school
128 Words
BYU is not only looking for great and intelligent students, but they also want to see that you strive to live the values of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The mission of BYU is to prepare students to...
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Why I declined other schools
142 Words
I have attended two different universities up to this point, but ultimately my goal was to end up here at BYU. My parents and other family members have all attended BYU, and I knew that it was a great school. Since I was...
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High School Performance

GPA
3.30
(no specification of weighting)
Rank
Top 25%
 
High School TypePublic
Academic Performance in High School Low at first but improved

Test Scores

Highest ACT
25
 
ACT Score Details
 
Other ACT Scores
ACT Prep
Highest SAT
1528
 
SAT Score Details
 

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Sports

SportsLacrosse, Tennis

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesBroadcast Journalism / Media / Television

Experience & Awards

How Spent Summers
Application Additional Materials

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