mark_pino
mark_pino,
UPenn
B.S., Finance
Hello! I'm a senior at the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School, and I am concentrating in finance and statistics.
Features Included
2
Essays
1
Schools
7
Scores
13
Advice
11
ECs
0
Sports

Background

Hometown Linwood , New Jersey
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionEarly Decision
Class of2020
First Gen College StudentNo
English First Language Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken Italian

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA)
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University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA)

Applied for a B.S. in Finance

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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With weak knees, I stepped onstage in front of a sleek glass podium. Hundreds of eyes were glued to my face. A trickle of sweat crawled down my back, my bowtie felt like a noose around my neck and my tongue began to crack from dehydration. To my left was Ryan Murphy; to my right was Julia Roberts. This was it. I swallowed a deep breath of air and began to share my story. Growing up, I never had any...
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Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay
665 Words
Penn Supplemental How will you explore your intellectual and academic interests at the University of Pennsylvania? Please answer this question given the specific undergraduate school to which you are applying. (400-650 words) There seems to be a dichotomy between capitalism and social justice. If the world was run in a machiavellian style, exploitation and oppression would cripple all but the very wealthy. Where do we draw the line to ensure everyone is treated fairly, everyone has equal opportunity, everyone has...
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General Admissions Advice

My favorite course thus far, and why
96 Words
In high school, my favorite course was AP World History by far. In my experience with the American public school system, I was never exposed to histories, cultures, and...
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5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)
155 Words
In high school most students were apathetic, concerned-only-about-social-perception, partier, egotistical, and lack-of-desire-to-learn, However in college everyone is completely different. At Penn I have met so many fun and interesting people. I'm not going to lie and say there are no undertones of stress or competition, but for...
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What I’d change about my school if I were student body president
79 Words
For my high school, I would work with school administration to create internship programs with various local businesses and organizations. I would also try...
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What I now know about my school that I never would have known prior to enrolling
77 Words
For a student going through high school, I would say that just staying within the programs of high school are not enough to...
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List of schools I interviewed with and my interview experience
170 Words
University of Pennsylvania - One of the best ways to make a great impression is to make sure you smile! I know college interviews are nerve-racking but don't let that hinder your personality from coming through. Make sure coming in to the interview that your up to date with major news...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
122 Words
Summer classes at local college - definitely the most accessible for all students to complete. Take classes in courses you are genuinely interested in/helpful to your major Internships - Many organizations don't advertise internship programs...
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What set me apart from other applicants
55 Words
My LGBTQ leadership experience and Essays. After admission to Penn, I received an email from the Kelly's...
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Why I ultimately chose my school
120 Words
Before I applied to any schools, I knew right off the bat I wasn't going to receive any financial aid. I filled out all of the net-price calculators that each school offers and they all came...
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What I like about my school’s location and culture
63 Words
The major factor for me when applying to schools was the school had to be in a major city....
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Reaching out to professors and coaches at schools I applied to
526 Words
I sent emails out to all of the Music directors from the schools I considered applying to in July before my Senior Year. Earlier that Year (May) I took part in All State band, and our band director was the music director of the UNC Chapel Hill Wind Ensemble. He advised all of us, even if we aren't planning on majoring in Music, to just send out cold emails to the directors from every university we're considering applying to. I was hesitant at first to do it, but decided to just go for it. I searched on college websites for...
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What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school
71 Words
I said this in the question about good interview tips, but to restate, don't talk about general things like the school's...
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My advice about getting recommenders
214 Words
Make sure you find a teacher that you really connected with and thrived in the classroom. While every college is different, I know Penn really reads the letters of recommendation and knows the difference between BS and genuine reflection. You want your teacher to say "So and so was the best (or one of the best) student(s) I have ever taught in my...
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How to increase chances at my school
79 Words
Look at the summer programs your dream school offers and read reviews about the impact they have on admissions. I know that for Wharton,...
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High School Performance

Weighted GPA
4.50
(equivalent to 4.00 unweighted)
Rank
Top 1%
 
High School TypePublic
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Steady

Test Scores

Highest SAT
1530
on 1600 scale
Highest SAT
2230
 
SAT Score Details
 
Original SAT Score2230
Other SAT Scores
SAT Prep

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details12 classes and scores

Sports

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesGay/Straight Alliance, Community Cleanup / Service, Diversity Committee / Minority Initiative, Italian Club, Key Club, Local Orchestra / Symphony / Band, Math Team, Nonprofit, NGO or Charitable Organization, National Honor Society, School Band, School Jazz / Orchestra
Elaborate on Extracurriculars or Work

Experience & Awards

How Spent Summers
Volunteer Experiences
Awards Received
Application Additional Materials

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