juliettemm,
USC
B.A., International Relations, , Political Science and Government
Hey! Boston-raised, Dallas transplant, LA lover. Literal proof that stats and grades aren't everything. Going abroad this fall and starting at USC this January!
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Background
Hometown
Boston, Massachusetts, Zambia
GenderFemale
EthnicityBlack / African American
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2020
English First Language
Yes
Results, Essays, and Advice
Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
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University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)
Applied for a B.A. in International Relations
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay243 WordsI have always been passionate about discovering the way people connect on a global scale. My passion stems from my upbringing: born in an impoverished but developing Zambia, raised in a predominately white and affluent neighborhood in Massachusetts, and currently living in the southern United States. My experiences, from culture to economics, have been diverse and drastically different, but inspired me to pursue a more progressive and open-minded community. I started with an interest in domestic affairs, but my curiosity...Read more...Supplemental Essay: Issue of personal significance253 WordsA sticky-note on my bedroom wall quotes, “If giving leaves you feeling empty, you’re giving too much to the wrong person.” In my case, the wrong is in doing community service that leaves me unchanged. While I appreciate volunteering for events sponsored by my school, it wasn’t until this summer that I felt the sincerity of service. I originally traveled to Zambia to meet family and learn about my culture, but took a major detour: I started volunteering...Read more...Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay235 WordsMy experiences, from culture to socioeconomics, have been diverse and varied, but inspired me to pursue a more progressive and open-minded global community. My mixed childhood from an impoverished Zambia to affluent suburbs along the New England coast all the way to Texas has influenced my interest in international relations. When I volunteered in Zambia in June at a half-way house for boys, I met children who had been trafficked and separated from their families. Since then, I’ve known...Read more...School Specific Advice
Whether I used a private admissions counselor, and advice I received72 WordsI used a private admissions counselor who is provided by my school. She had a very personal recommendation for me as a...Read more...List of schools I interviewed with and my interview experience124 WordsA USC off-campus interview is not as causal as one that might be at, say, Starbucks or a coffee shop. Interviews get booked very early in the school year so I almost didn't get one. It was...Read more...Whether I took out loans or applied for scholarships, and my advice113 WordsGet financial aid done as soon as possible! This is a private school and obviously has a HUGE endowment and a lot of students who do pay the full $69k cost. That being said,...Read more...What might make for a good “Why Us” essay topic at my school94 WordsTrojan pride. It's a real thing. No one who goes to USC doesn't absolutely love it. This is a campus with one of the highest retention and happiest...Read more...What I’d change about my application process91 WordsLooking at the acceptance rate and the class profile didn't make me very confident about getting in. I wasn't really a target in most of the areas...Read more...Why I ultimately chose my school122 WordsComing from a relatively small class of 64, I just wanted to go far and to a big school with a big name that could get me opportunities. USC does that for sure. With a large undergrad population...Read more...More Essays
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Personal Statement652 WordsEmbracing your heritage, Story central to identity, Issue of personal significance, International backgroundMakani, my first name, is ever-changing. I use an alias for my coffee order at Starbucks and I reserve seats at my favorite hole-in-the-wall pizza place downtown under a fake name. Introducing myself usually consists of a pronunciation tutorial and a lesson in etymology on how my name means 'sky' in my native language. Most of the time, though, my name is a reminder that I am balancing two distinct cultures. The first time I changed my name was in...Read more...Additional Essay Details186 WordsThe "why us" essay should always be the easiest one to write. If you truly want to go to a school, it's going to be obvious on the paper and it won't be hard to pinpoint at least 5 key points. And the more research, the better. If you know some of the renowned professors or campus traditions that you'd like to be a part of, be sure to mention it in the "why us" essay! It's also significantly important to...Read more...General Admissions Advice
High School Performance
GPA3.60(no specification of weighting)RankTop 50%
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Low at first but improved
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Highest SAT1300on 1600 scaleHighest SAT1830SAT Score Details
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ActivitiesJunior Classical League / Latin Club, Community Cleanup / Service, Student Council / Government
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