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jango88,
Illinois
B.S., Materials Engineering, , Materials Science
I will be an incoming freshman, a science and engineering geek without the stereotypical 4.0 gpa.
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Background
Hometown
Naperville, Illinois
GenderMale
EthnicityAsian
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language
Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken
Korean
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University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign (Champaign, IL)
Applied for a B.S. in Materials Engineering
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
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Personal Statement622 WordsChallenged a belief, Failure experience, Feeling out of place, Interest in fine arts, Issue of personal significance, Overcoming personal struggleI refuse to be underestimated by anyone. Although my classmates perceive excellence as a definitive trait, I argue that it is quite malleable because excellence is shaped progressively. Through orchestra, it became quite clear to me that natural talent embodied certain individuals. I became more self-aware of my shortcomings with the violin, yet the most frightening aspect of the situation was the inevitability of the widening skill gap between my peers and me as those with talent improved, whereas I...Read more...Supplemental Essay Issue of personal significance302 WordsFood is sacred. It is not something that is simply consumed for its caloric value and thereby transformed into energy for the human body to function properly. No, it is a passion of mine that should probably be considered an academic subject. When I sit down to enjoy a meal, I respect each ingredient on my plate. The joy of the first bite is gratifying and the rest are equally delicious. Through years of experience, I have acquired an acute...Read more...General Admissions Advice
5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)5 Wordsquirky, diligent,...Read more...Whether I used a private admissions counselor, and advice I received27 WordsI talked to some professional editors, family members,...Read more...What I’d change about my application process24 WordsEven though procrastinators find inspiration at the...Read more...My advice about getting recommenders29 WordsGet heavily involved in a subject you really like,...Read more...Recommended summer activities during high school and college20 WordsInternships are a great way to...Read more...High School Performance
Weighted GPA4.05RankTop 10%
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Low at first but improved
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Highest ACT35ACT Score DetailsOther ACT ScoresACT Prep
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Details9 classes and scoresSports
SportsSwimming/Diving, Martial Arts
Extracurriculars
ActivitiesTutoring/Mentoring, Local Orchestra / Symphony / Band, Math Team, School Jazz / Orchestra, Science Club/Team
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