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HistorianClass of 20223.8+1500+/34+socsci

College of Social Studies Applicant

Male · White · Minnesota, US · Public

Income: 300k+

Academic Profile
GPA (UW/W)
3.96 (UW)
ACT
34
AP Courses
5
IB Courses
1
Honors
7

AP Exams Taken

AP Physics (4)APUSH (5)APHG (5)AP Psychology (taking in spring)AP Macroeconomic (taking in spring)IB Bio SL (6)IB Math AA SL (6)
Extracurricular Activities
  • Founder and President, High School History ClubCreated a club of 40 members passionate about history. Focus: time periods not in curriculum, marginalized cultures, volunteer opportunities, outings.
  • Co-President, High School Model United NationsLead 40 member MUN Team; Specialize in Crisis Committees; HS Letter with Distinction; Awards: Outstanding Delegate, Best Position Paper.
  • President, French ClubExplore French culture through activities - build gingerbread Versailles; compose French poetry, analyze French music, create Impressionist art.
  • Independent Student ResearcherInvestigated method for bioremediation of chlorpyrifos-polluted soil using PCR, mass spectrometry, and bacterial culturing. Current: Sporophyte abortion.
  • Writing Coach, High School Writing CenterWorked with fellow students to help them find their voice in personal and academic papers. Participated in a year-long writing workshop.
  • Project Archivist, Mohonk Preserve & U.S. National Archives and Records AdministrationHelping digitize Natural History Observation Card Files. Analyze and enter weather/phenological and animal observations into a digital database.
  • Student Board MemberHigh School leadership of freshman.
  • Co-Leader, Mock TrialCo-led team to develop case analysis, witness characterization, and legal strategy. Awarded “Best on Team” in multiple competitions.
  • Manager on Duty, Coffee ShopFoster a safe environment, supervise team members, check deposits, open and close store, work as barista, and oversee customer service.
  • Caddie, Country ClubSupported club golf players by carrying the golfer's bags, advising the golfers, reading greens, fixing divots, and landscaping.
Awards & Honors
  • Academic Letter
  • Description: 3 years
  • National Merit Commended
  • Best Sophomore Microbiology Project
  • Description: American Society for Microbiology at Twin Cities Regional Science Fair
  • Gold Bilingual Seal
  • AP Scholar

Essay Topics

Common App Essay

Discussed many strangely specific interests through collections of things, tied in with sexuality and self-acceptance.

Interview Experiences
  • Wesleyan University
  • Performance/Outcome: Began conversation about birdwatching, then research, and majoring in humanities. Described as the most interesting person interviewed.
Letters of Recommendation
  • History Teacher

    Extremely close, sent directly to the Dean of admissions.

  • Theory of Knowledge Teacher

    I think this one went fine.

  • Research/MUN Coach

    No idea how nice it was, but it was very long.

College Decisions

Accepted (3)

Wesleyan UniversityBard CollegeFordham University

Profile Tags

ResearchModel UNLeadershipPresidentClubAdvanced CourseworkWriting & PublicationsCreative WritingPublic Speaking
Profile Ratings
71
Overall Score
Academic8.5
Extracurricular7.5
Awards5.0
Quick Stats
CategoryHistorian
Year2022
MajorCollege of Social Studies
GPA3.96 (UW)
ACT34
Acceptances3