daisypaez
daisypaez,
Smith
B.S., Biology
Hey guys! My name is Daisy and I hope my profile can help!
Features Included
3
Essays
10
Schools
2
Scores
5
Advice
6
ECs
1
Sports

Background

Hometown Inglewood, California
GenderFemale
EthnicityHispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken Spanish

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • Smith College (Northampton, MA)
  • University of California - Los Angeles (Los Angeles, CA)
  • University of California - Berkeley (Berkeley, CA)
  • California State University - Chico (Chico, CA)
  • University of California - Merced (Merced, CA)
  • University of California - Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz, CA)
  • San Diego State University (San Diego, CA)
  • California State University - Northridge (Los Angeles, CA)
  • California State University - Long Beach (Long Beach, CA)
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Smith College (Northampton, MA)

Applied for a B.S. in Biology

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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Some students have a background or story that is so central to their identity that they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. (prompt) By the end of my sophomore year, I had my entire life figured out down to the smallest possible detail. I knew I wanted to attend Berkeley, become the best psychologist in the world, and to join the Peace Corps when I graduated college. It...
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Supplemental Essay Unique question posed by school
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“They don’t want your help…Don’t waste your time…One bad apple spoils the rest.” “Not even my mom believes that I will graduate from high school, Daisy. Why should I care?” Two distinct voices, one subject of discussion- Gaby. Gaby was in the 1.0-1.8 range and I had a 3.0 GPA by my sophomore year. Although I was younger, she always expressed her admiration towards me and hatred towards herself.That same year was the year I convinced...
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Additional Essay Details
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Definitely be yourself in your essays. Research your school to see what they want in a student.
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General Admissions Advice

5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)
9 Words
1. leaders 2. friendly 3....
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Whether I used a private admissions counselor, and advice I received
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I...
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Why I ultimately chose my school
18 Words
This school was sincerely interested...
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Why I declined other schools
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I realized that the other...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
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do everything you can. Apply...
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High School Performance

GPA
3.80
(no specification of weighting)
Rank
Top 10%
 
High School TypePublic
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Low one semester/year
Explanation of Low Grades

Test Scores

Highest ACT
16
 
ACT Score Details
 
ACT Prep
Highest SAT
1090
on 1600 scale
Highest SAT
1500
 
SAT Score Details
 
Original SAT Score1500
SAT Prep

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Sports

SportsSoccer

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesAcademic Decathlon, American Red Cross, Homecoming committee, Community Cleanup / Service, Prom Committee, Student Council / Government
Elaborate on Extracurriculars or Work

Experience & Awards

How Spent Summers
Volunteer Experiences
Awards Received
Application Additional Materials

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