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Political ScientistClass of 20213.8+1400+/31+socsci

International/Global Studies, Political Science, Communications Applicant

Female ยท White, American ยท Florida ยท Large Public School

๐Ÿท๏ธ Legacy to Michigan and OSU

Income: Middle Class

Academic Profile
GPA (UW/W)
3.97 (UW)
ACT
33
AP Courses
7
IB Courses
12
Honors
8

AP Exams Taken

SPAN lang (5)ENG lit (5)SPAN lit (4)ENG lang (4)WHAP (3)IB Spanish (6)IB History (5)
Extracurricular Activities
  • Zoo InternFour year intern at Zoo, received a small award.
  • Youth Group Board MemberOn the board for four years, accomplished many projects, participated in a social justice fellowship in Guatemala.
  • Co-founder of Voter OrganizationRaised awareness about voting rights and helped students get registered.
  • Fellowship with Anti-Defamation LeagueParticipated in a tour of the Civil Rights Movement in the American South.
  • Model UN CompetitorCompeted for four years, won awards, held leadership positions.
  • Improv Theatre Troupe MemberMember for two years, part of Competitive Thespians Troupe in senior year, sang lead in musical.
  • Junior Varsity and Varsity BasketballJV starter in freshman year, Varsity starter for three years, team captain in senior year.
  • Student GovernmentServed in two different specialized secretary positions.
  • Honors SocietiesMember of NHS, International Baccalaureate HS, English HS, Spanish HS, Science National HS.
  • Babysitter/Nanny/Camp CounselorWorked as a babysitter and camp counselor.
Awards & Honors
  • โ˜…Elsa Glazer Award
  • โ˜…Description: Award for students graduating with a GPA of 3.7 or higher.
  • โ˜…AP Scholar with Honors and Distinction
  • โ˜…Description: Recognized for outstanding performance in AP courses.
  • โ˜…Summa Cum Laude
  • โ˜…Description: Graduated with highest honors.
  • โ˜…Model UN Award
  • โ˜…Description: Award received for participation in Model UN.
  • โ˜…Zoo Internship Award
  • โ˜…Description: Award received for contributions during internship.
  • โ˜…Thespians Award
  • โ˜…Description: Award for achievements in theatre.

Essay Topics

Common App Essay

Personal statement showcasing passion for social justice and activism, well-received by reviewers.

why school โ€” Supplemental

Used a basic outline for all schools, generally good quality.

diversity/aspect of identity โ€” Supplemental

Discussed Judaism and its impact on activism, rated 8.7/10.

quote/activism โ€” Supplemental

Explored personal activism, rated 9/10.

book/person โ€” Supplemental

Wrote about a distant cousin with notable achievements, rated 9.3/10.

current global issue โ€” Supplemental

Discussed unsustainable palm oil farming, rated 7/10.

superhero/villain โ€” Supplemental

Related to Harley Quinn, rated 9.9/10.

favorite word โ€” Supplemental

Fun and personal essay, rated 9.5/10.

struggle/issue โ€” Supplemental

Wrote about being the only girl in basketball programs, rated 4/10.

Interview Experiences
  • Georgetown University
  • Performance/Outcome: A little awkward but mostly good.
  • Duke University
  • Performance/Outcome: Went very well, interviewer was relatable.
  • Robertson Scholars
  • Performance/Outcome: Bombed it, felt very nervous.
Letters of Recommendation
  • AP Psychology Teacher

    6.5/10, noted for hard work ethic.

  • IB Biology Teacher

    8/10, strong bond and support during difficult times.

  • Rabbi

    100/10, inspired activism and leadership, strong personal connection.

College Decisions

Accepted (8)

University of Michigan, Ann ArborUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel HillUniversity of VirginiaCase Western Reserve UniversityUniversity of MiamiFlorida State UniversityThe Ohio State UniversityUniversity of Florida

Waitlisted (1)

Washington University in St. Louis

Rejected (5)

University of Southern CaliforniaGeorgetown UniversityDuke UniversityHarvard UniversityGeorge Washington University

Profile Tags

ResearchDebateModel UNLeadershipPresidentClubTheaterMusic PerformanceVarsity SportsCommunity ServiceVolunteeringSocial Media ManagerPublic SpeakingAcademic CompetitionWriting & Publications
Profile Ratings
68
Overall Score
Academic8.5
Extracurricular7.2
Awards4.5
Quick Stats
CategoryPolitical Scientist
Year2021
MajorInternational/Global Studies, Political Science, Communications
GPA3.97 (UW)
ACT33
Acceptances8
Rejections5