gst156,
GWU
B.S., Economics, , Psychology
I had no idea what I wanted to study before coming to college. Now that I'm here I've figured it out and am on the path to a double major in economics and psychology!
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Advice
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ECs
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Sports

Background

Hometown South Brunswick , New Jersey
GenderMale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2018
First Gen College StudentNo
English First Language Yes
Other Language(s) Spoken Arabic, Spanish

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • George Washington University (Washington, DC)
  • Rutgers, State University of New Jersey - New Brunswick (Piscataway, NJ)
  • New York University (New York, NY)
  • Boston University (Boston, MA)
  • New Jersey Institute of Technology (Newark, NJ)
  • Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)
  • Pennsylvania State University - University Park (University Park, PA)
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George Washington University (Washington, DC)

Applied for a B.S. in Economics

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: Both Parents + 2 more

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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(Names, dates, and locations have been changed.) My grandfather, John Smith, who we called Gido, had three sons, Anthony, George, and my dad, William. He was plagued with many illnesses and moved in with George after the death of his wife, whom I have never met. After my father finished his residency, we moved from Texas back to my birth state, New York. We have lived near my uncle George ever since. Because of the proximity of our homes and...
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General Admissions Advice

Most popular extracurricular activities at my college
137 Words
The George Washington University has a plethora of extracurricular activities available for students to participate in. However, Greek life is by far the most participated type of activity here at the George Washington University. There are many different fraternities and sororities....
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How I chose schools to apply to
125 Words
Most of the schools I applied to are located near my home. I wanted to stay in the general vicinity of my home, but still go away to college. Being the oldest child in my family, I had...
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How to approach transferring schools
125 Words
I transferred from the George Washington University in Washington D.C. to Rutgers University in New Brunswick New Jersey. I made the decision because of a few different reasons. At first, I was hesitant to make the switch...
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My extracurricular activities in college, and why I chose them
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There are so many choices when it comes to extracurricular activities in college. There are many different fraternities and sororities. There are social fraternities and sororities, multicultural fraternities and sororities, professional...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
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There are many things you could do during the summers between high school and college. I personally, would just enjoy them. However, it is also important to make good use of your...
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High School Performance

GPA
3.99
(no specification of weighting)
Rank
Top 5%
 
High School TypePublic
Academic Performance in High School Steady

Test Scores

Highest SAT
2190
 
SAT Score Details
 
Converted SAT Score1510
SAT Prep
SAT IIs
Other Standardized Tests

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details3 classes and scores

Sports

SportsSwimming/Diving (Recruited)

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesEmergency Medical Service / Fire Dept Volunteer, Athletics Organization, Volunteer Coach

Experience & Awards

How Spent Summers

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