UCanStudyBuzze,
UCSB
B.S., Environmental and Marine Sciences, , Marine Biology and Oceanography, , Marine Science
A sophomore that loves to surf, swim, and enjoy friends in Santa Barbara's beautiful weather and scenery!
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Essays
14
Schools
6
Scores
4
Advice
3
ECs
2
Sports
Background
Hometown
Laguna Beach, California
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2017
English First Language
Yes
Results, Essays, and Advice
Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
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University of California - Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara, CA)
Applied for a B.S. in Environmental and Marine Sciences
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Personal Statement477 WordsStory central to identity, One moment that changed you, Issue of personal significanceTell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud, and how does it relate to the person you are? For four years now I have volunteered as a counselor in a program called Special Camp for Special Kids. At Camp, children with mental disabilities are paired one on one with teen counselors selected to show them a fun-filled week. We are able to share...Read more...Supplemental Essay Issue of personal significance0 WordsRead more...General Admissions Advice
What I like about my school’s location and culture264 WordsA bond much greater than simply attending the same university, that is the most attractive part of UCSB. Last year when an Isla Vista resident shot and killed many of our own it was sad, but together, as a community, Isla Vista and UCSB students alike came together. As a community we not only mourned the friends and family we lost, but celebrated their lives. As a group we rebuilt and grew stronger to show the world that we...Read more...Additional material sent in after waitlisted or deferred147 WordsOn here I have myself listed as being accepted via regular decision, however, the case was just the opposite, I was denied through it. UCSB was my #1 school and after being denied I was heartbroken, but that didn't stop me. I learned about the...Read more...Recommended summer activities during high school and college108 WordsDuring high school I would highly recommend stepping away from the books and SERIOUSLY pursue something of great interest. This can be a job, a certification, internship, travel, community service, etc. The...Read more...Why I ultimately chose my school170 WordsSince I was originally denied from UCSB I had to send in my intent to register at another school, Whitman College. The day I heard back from my denial appeal that I had gotten accepted I drove up to Santa Barbara with my parents to check out the school one more...Read more...High School Performance
GPA3.75(no specification of weighting)RankTop 25%
Academic Performance in High School Low at first but improved
Explanation of Low Grades
Test Scores
Highest SAT1260on 1600 scaleHighest SAT1760SAT Score Details
Other SAT ScoresSAT Prep
AP / IB Classes and Scores
Details4 classes and scoresSports
SportsCross Country (Recruited), Track & Field
Extracurriculars
ActivitiesNonprofit, NGO or Charitable Organization, School Theater/Plays, Student Activities Committee
Experience & Awards
How Spent Summers
Volunteer Experiences
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