josieg
josieg,
SMU
B.B.A., Marketing, , French Language and Literature, , Fine and Studio Arts Management
Fun fact: I've been to 53 concerts and have seen over 170 musical artists
Features Included
3
Essays
7
Schools
10
Scores
6
Advice
6
ECs
3
Sports

Background

Hometown Laguna Beach, CA, California
GenderFemale
EthnicityAsian, White Non-Hispanic
AdmissionEarly Action
Class of2018
English First Language Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken French

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • Southern Methodist University (Dallas, TX)
  • Tulane University (New Orleans, LA)
  • Boston College (Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame, IN)
  • University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)
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Southern Methodist University (Dallas, TX)

Applied for a B.B.A. in Marketing

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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Personal Statement
81 Words
Story central to identity
Smothers Brothers, George Carlin, Jackie Mason, Bob Newhart, Foster Brooks… it is rare for anyone in my generation to know of these legendary comedians. I, however, have grown up with a vast knowledge of humorists, as my father has performed comedy for over thirty years at the Laugh Factory, the Comedy Store, the Improv, and even Off-Broadway. His passion for making people laugh has, over the years, significantly influenced me, and I now see it as my passion as well.
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Supplemental Essay Amusing anecdote
33 Words
I rewrote the lyrics to Fresh Prince of Bel Air to tell a university about my involvement with church activities and leadership, and how I would fit into their community through these experiences.
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Additional Essay Details
36 Words
I didn't have to write about a sob story or a life changing experience to write about who I am. Find something that fits you - no matter how big or how small, it is YOU!
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General Admissions Advice

Whether I took out loans or applied for scholarships, and my advice
82 Words
Apply to as many scholarships as possible! I applied to about 50, starting in November of my senior year. As crazy and extravagant as 50 scholarship applications...
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My extracurricular activities in college, and why I chose them
50 Words
Get involved! Joining organizations on campus has been the best way for me to make...
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Why I ultimately chose my school
11 Words
I chose my...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
49 Words
Do something you love! Do something you love that can teach you valuable lessons, and...
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My favorite course thus far, and why
47 Words
Contemporary Moral Problems - I took this for my general ed philosophy class. We...
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What I now know about my school that I never would have known prior to enrolling
44 Words
There is such a ridiculous emphasis on Greek life... And Greek life at...
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High School Performance

Weighted GPA
4.33
 
Rank
Top 5%
 
High School TypePublic
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Steady
Explanation of Low Grades

Test Scores

Highest ACT
33
 
ACT Score Details
 
Other ACT Scores
ACT Prep
Highest SAT
600
 
SAT Score Details
 
Other SAT Scores
SAT Prep
SAT IIs
PSAT Scores
Other Standardized Tests

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details5 classes and scores

Sports

SportsCross Country, Track & Field, Tennis

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesBoy/Girl Scouts, Church, National Honor Society, Special Olympics, Community Cleanup / Service, Drama Production Crew
Elaborate on Extracurriculars or Work

Experience & Awards

How Spent Summers
Volunteer Experiences
Awards Received
Application Additional Materials

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