Grant Gardner,
USC
B.A., International Relations and National Security Studies
Sophomore at Georgetown from Dallas studying International Politics and Russian
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Background
Hometown
Dallas, Texas
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language
Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken
Russian
Results, Essays, and Advice
Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
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University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)
Applied for a B.A. in International Relations and National Security Studies
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While family tensions and divorce are regrettably common in today's society, my parents' divorce and subsequent legal confrontations have marred and continue to adversely affect my life. Tensions between my parents resulted in my sister and I unwittingly assuming the role of peacekeepers at a young age and we were both fundamentally changed by that role. Ever since the first grade, my parents have been polarized regarding two main issues: finances and child custody. As I grew older, I began...Read more...Supplemental Essay Unique question posed by school550 WordsUSC students are known to be involved. Briefly describe a non-academic pursuit (such as service to community or family, a club or sport, or work, etc.,) that best illustrates who you are, and why it is important to you. (250 word limit) I have thoroughly enjoyed participating in policy debate at my high school and through the Dallas Urban Debate Alliance. Our program may not widely recognized, but debate has provided me with a productive medium to propel new ideas into...Read more...General Admissions Advice
How to increase chances at my school59 WordsUSC has a specific feel to it's acceptance pool and student body. It sounds stereotypical but it takes...Read more...Why I ultimately chose my school46 WordsI felt far more welcomed at USC than other colleges I visited. There's an...Read more...Most popular extracurricular activities at my college13 WordsPhotography, Job at the...Read more...My favorite course thus far, and why35 WordsIR 210 with Stephen Lamy. Lamy is the professor that convinced me...Read more...5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)5 WordsInsightful, Athletic,...Read more...High School Performance
GPA3.80(no specification of weighting)RankTop 5%
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