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EnvironmentalistClass of 20213.8+1400+/31+stem

Environmental Health Science, Chemistry Applicant

Female · White · Raleigh, NC · Large public high school

🏷️ Legacy at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (dad)

Income: $150-180k, married parents

Academic Profile
GPA (UW/W)
3.96 (UW)
ACT
33
Class Rank
43/627
AP Courses
6
Honors
15

AP Exams Taken

Environmental Science (4)English Language and Composition (4)Statistics (5)
Extracurricular Activities
  • 3rd Chair, 1st Violin; HS Honors Chamber OrchestraPerformed in 2 concerts, prepared to perform for MPA before COVID-19 shutdown.
  • Member; National Honors SocietyTutoring, attending meetings.
  • 1st Chair, 2nd Violin; Melos Chamber EnsemblePerformed monthly at a local pizza restaurant, volunteered for personal gigs at Halloween/Christmas parties.
  • Art Tutor (Local MS Art Portfolio Club)Helped MS students arrange portfolios for HS placement, assisted in critiques and demonstrations, cleaned and organized art supplies.
  • Member; Tri-M Music Honors SocietyPerformed at nursing homes, tutored students in music theory before Orchestra final exam.
  • 2nd Chair, 1st Violin; HS Honors String (Lower) OrchestraReceived the String Orchestra Award for assisting beginners, attended MPA in spring 2019, performed in 6 concerts.
  • Head Builder, Graphic Designer, Web Designer; Various Minecraft ServersBuilt 3D structures within the game, designed websites and Discord servers.
Awards & Honors
  • Highest Average in Latin I
  • Highest Average in Latin II
  • String Orchestra Award

Essay Topics

Common App Essay

Wrote about joining the orchestra late in high school, which helped overcome social anxiety.

duke university — Supplemental

Addressed specific classes from the Nicholas School of the Environment and discussed personal identity.

north carolina state university — Supplemental

Discussed classes and interest in environmental processes, focused on inclusivity in diversity essay.

rensselaer polytechnic institute — Supplemental

Detailed experience in the chamber ensemble and discussed childhood legacy.

university of north carolina at chapel hill — Supplemental

Explored identity and environmental interests in two prompts.

Interview Experiences
  • Duke University
  • Performance/Outcome: None
Letters of Recommendation
  • AP Environmental Science Teacher

    Built a close relationship due to small class size.

  • Latin Professor

    Strong relationship due to excellence in Latin.

College Decisions

Accepted (3)

University of North Carolina, Chapel HillNorth Carolina State UniversityRensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rejected (1)

Duke University

Profile Tags

ResearchAdvanced Coursework (AP/IB/Dual Enrollment)LeadershipClubMusic PerformanceVolunteeringCommunity ServiceAcademic CompetitionCreative Writing
Profile Ratings
58
Overall Score
Academic7.8
Extracurricular5.5
Awards3.0
Quick Stats
CategoryEnvironmentalist
Year2021
MajorEnvironmental Health Science, Chemistry
GPA3.96 (UW)
ACT33
Acceptances3
Rejections1