joshuabrandel,
Rice
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
I love learning about how things work
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Background
Hometown
San Diego, California
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
Class of2021
First Gen College StudentNo
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Rice University (Houston, TX)
Applied for a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
As I deliberately draw back the taut string of my recurve bow, a faint groan from the strained wooden limbs manages to drown out the commotion of the hundreds of spectators and competing archers. I have attained a state of consummate mental clarity, and every element of the crowded, sunny field fades away except for the small yellow circle twenty yards away. Tensed for my first shot of the day, I can feel the tinges of disquietude tugging at the...Read more...Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay146 WordsMy preference to matriculate at Rice University’s Brown School of Engineering is supported by my desire to pursue higher education in a field whose components have always interested me. Throughout my life and academic career thus far, math has invariably been my favorite subject, its applications in the world holding a particular intrigue. When considering potential future fields of study, I am drawn to engineering due to its excellent versatility—I’ve encountered teachers, programmers, and even lawyers with...Read more...School Specific Advice
How to increase chances at my school39 WordsDemonstrate your interest before applying by attending events and signing in, exchanging...Read more...More Essays
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college47 WordsI wish I had taken summer classes at a community college before starting the...Read more...How I narrowed down my essay topics34 WordsI ended up writing about something that I really cared...Read more...My advice about getting recommenders43 WordsGet mostly recommenders in the field that you are intending to study/work...Read more...High School Performance
Weighted GPA4.63(equivalent to 4.00 unweighted)RankTop 1%
Test Scores
Highest ACT34ACT Score DetailsOther ACT ScoresACT Prep
Highest SAT1510on 1600 scaleHighest SAT2180SAT Score Details
Other SAT ScoresSAT Prep
AP / IB Classes and Scores
Details1 classes and scoresSports
SportsArchery, Volleyball
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ActivitiesSpanish Club, Quiz Bowl/Academic Bowl, Student Council / Government
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