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Computer ScientistClass of 20213.8+1500+/34+stem

Computer Science Applicant

Female ยท Hispanic ยท Florida ยท Public Charter

๐Ÿท๏ธ URM, First-Gen

Income: Greater than 40k

Academic Profile
GPA (UW/W)
4 (UW)
SAT
1550
Class Rank
1/56
AP Courses
16
Honors
15

AP Exams Taken

AP Calculus BCAP BiologyAP ChemistryAP Calculus ABAP LanguageAP SpanishAP European HistoryAP US HistoryAP World History
Extracurricular Activities
  • Science OlympiadCo-Captain, 9th place in Nationals, 12th place in Nationals 2019, participated since 7th grade
  • Researcher and Participant of the Summer Science ProgramObserved asteroid 1994LY, wrote orbital determination program, published final report
  • Greek Orthodox Youth AssociationPresident, Vice President, Treasurer
  • Greek Dancing Competition and Volunteer GroupVolunteer Teacher and Dancer, Female Team Captain
  • School's Girl's Varsity Soccer TeamRight/Left Back, District Champions 2x, Regional Semi-Finalists 2019
  • Breakthrough Academic Enrichment ProgramVolunteer and Lead Mentor, Tutor
  • BlogLow time commitment
  • School's Varsity Swimming TeamGirls Captain 2019
  • School's Key ClubCo-founder, Co-leader, Treasurer
  • Internship at Local UniversityWrote a research paper on solar power for autonomous vehicle
Awards & Honors
  • โ˜…Science Olympiad
  • โ˜…Description: 21 Medals, Top 10 in Nationals 2019
  • โ˜…International 1st Place Group Documentary in Pan-Hellenic Literary Contest
  • โ˜…B2 Level for Elinomathia Greek Certification Exams
  • โ˜…National Merit Semi-Finalist
  • โ˜…National AP Scholar
  • โ˜…National Hispanic Recognition Program
  • โ˜…1st place Districts and Honorable Mention for Scholastic Art + Writing Awards

Essay Topics

Common App Essay

Discussed move from home country, aspirations to help underdeveloped communities

Interview Experiences
  • Harvey Mudd College
  • Performance/Outcome: Casual, good bonding
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Performance/Outcome: Great interview, discussed STEM and personal background
  • Yale University
  • Performance/Outcome: Nerve-wracking, good bonding over books
  • Princeton University
  • Performance/Outcome: Least favorite, solid but dry interview
  • Harvard University
  • Performance/Outcome: Loved the interview, strong connection over shared interests
Letters of Recommendation
  • 10th Grade AP Chemistry Teacher

    Known since freshman year, strong relationship, emphasized FGLI status

  • Greek Teacher

    Known for 2 years, positive relationship, worked on documentary

  • AP Calculus BC / Multi Professor

    Worked together in Science Olympiad, admired dedication

  • SSP Academic Director

    Made an okay impression, known for asking questions

  • Greek Trig/Geometry Teacher

    Used letter for Massachusetts Institute of Technology and California Institute of Technology, respected hard work

  • Guidance Counselor

    Known as a shy student, liked STEM and creative writing

College Decisions

Accepted (11)

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyPrinceton UniversityYale UniversityHarvard UniversityStanford UniversityJohns Hopkins UniversityWashington University in St. LouisCalifornia Institute of TechnologyHarvey Mudd CollegeGeorgia Institute of TechnologyUniversity of Texas at Austin

Profile Tags

ResearchScience OlympiadLeadershipPresidentClubVolunteeringCommunity ServiceVarsity SportsInternshipCreative WritingPublic SpeakingDiversity & Inclusion
Profile Ratings
95
Overall Score
Academic9.8
Extracurricular9.5
Awards9.0
Quick Stats
CategoryComputer Scientist
Year2021
MajorComputer Science
GPA4 (UW)
SAT1550
Acceptances11