ash15,
UCSC
B.A., Political Science and Government, , Philosophy, , Pre-Law Studies, , Communication and Media Studies
Hi! I attended an all-girls private Catholic High School in which I excelled in ECs while maintaining a decent GPA in the hardest courses my school offered. Please choose me as a mentor, I have a lot of helpful advice even if my stats aren't similar.
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Background
Hometown
Chino Hills, California
GenderFemale
EthnicityAsian, White Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language
Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken
Mandarin
Results, Essays, and Advice
Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
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University of California - Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz, CA)
Applied for a B.A. in Political Science and Government
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
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Personal Statement554 WordsEmbracing your heritage, Family background, Feeling out of place, Overcoming personal struggle, Story central to identityThey say opposites attract, and that was definitely the case with my parents. Perhaps it was the polarization in their parenting styles that allowed me to adopt bits of both personalities, leading to me to become a hybrid of two unique characters. My father always had a knack for trying new things and encouraged me to do the same. He was the All-American man that could nail any job interview with his genuine personality. It was from him that I...Read more...Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay2 WordsNYU specificRead more...Additional Essay Details28 WordsI focused on my personality here because, ultimately, you can't bring your high school grades or ECs with you to college. Message me for more help on these!Read more...General Admissions Advice
My advice about getting recommenders18 WordsDon't be afraid to just...Read more...Most popular extracurricular activities at my college37 WordsOk, this isn't the most popular but definitely the most underrated...Read more...My favorite course thus far, and why67 WordsUnique to UC Santa Cruz, the core course is a college level writing course every one is required to take...Read more...5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)5 WordsDiverse, Hardworking,...Read more...What I’d change about my school if I were student body president56 WordsI would definitely change how UCSC students may view themselves as "low ranked" because there are plenty...Read more...What I now know about my school that I never would have known prior to enrolling7 WordsNot many...Read more...How to approach transferring schools36 WordsDo not be afraid to take the chance on transferring. But...Read more...Recommended summer activities during high school and college46 WordsSummer Schools in topics that you are interested in as well as one or...Read more...Why I ultimately chose my school36 WordsVISIT VISIT VISIT. It will surprise you how different you feel...Read more...What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school27 WordsLook into the program you want to get...Read more...Additional material sent in after waitlisted or deferred34 WordsIf you have the opportunity to write why you would...Read more...High School Performance
GPA3.91(no specification of weighting)RankTop 10%
Academic Performance in High School Steady
Explanation of Low Grades
Test Scores
Highest ACT30ACT Score Details
Highest SAT1460on 1600 scaleHighest SAT2090SAT Score Details
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Details7 classes and scoresSports
SportsCross Country, Golf (Recruited)
Extracurriculars
ActivitiesNational Honor Society, Tutoring/Mentoring, Science Club/Team, Political Campaign, Debate Club/Team, Animal Foster Care Provider / Animal Rescue Volunteer
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