brianlinus1753,
Northwestern
B.S., Computer Science
Kind of normal.. with average grades and African from kenya
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Hometown
Nairobi, Kenya
GenderMale
EthnicityBlack / African American
Class of2023
First Gen College StudentYes
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Northwestern University (Evanston, IL)
Applied for a B.S. in Computer Science
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
Personal Statement655 WordsChildhood memory, Development of personal values, Diversity statement, Family background, First in family to college, International background“A plate of spaghetti, six pieces of chicken nuggets, a bowl of fish soup, and a plate of French fries covered in chilli sauce. And, don’t forget the dessert, make it warm chocolate with milk. Oh… I could also use that 500ml lemonade as you process the order please.” The disbelief printed in the face of the waiter as he scribbled my order confirmed to me that he definitely heard me right. I get that look a lot and...Read more...Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay307 Words
Other parts of your application give us a sense for how you might contribute to Northwestern. But we also want to consider how Northwestern will contribute to your interests and goals. In 300 words or less, help us understand what aspects of Northwestern appeal most to you, and how you'll make use of specific resources and opportunities here.
Do you plan to complete the ''Why Northwestern'' Statement?
(We HIGHLY recommend you complete this essay.)The only reason I fear going for lunch in a hotel is probably that I wouldn’t choose between fried chicken and roasted meat and so is my dilemma over my college major. The multifaceted whole brain approach at McCormick, however, grants me the perfect opportunity to pursue my interest in Computer Science whilst acquiring the appropriate skills in entrepreneurship to a one-day startup as an innovator. As an NU computer scientist, I particularly look forward to Software Development EECS 473 –...Read more...Supplemental Essay: Extracurricular activity262 WordsI held my breath as my trembling fingers, made for the enter key, my eyes glued to the screen savouring every moment. In a split of a second, the results of my sleepless nights were imprinted on the screen. >>>syntax error I felt my eyes became watery but I quickly forged a smile convincing myself I wasn’t about to cry. However disappointed I felt that moment, it wasn’t something new to me. I am not a natural programmer...Read more...School Specific Advice
How I chose schools to apply to184 WordsI choose to apply to Northwestern because of its great student's body... It has 6 undergraduate colleges with an engineering school, liberal arts school, school of education and social policy, communications school, music school, and journalism school. As an engineering major, I wanted to be on a campus not just surrounded by fellow engineering nerds but...Read more...How I narrowed down my essay topics24 WordsI wrote about what actually meant much...Read more...How I made up for low grades in high school54 WordsWow... I didn't have low grades but I had pretty low scores on the SAT... What...Read more...More Essays
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Did you take a gap year? Tell us about your experience.54 WordsI took a gap year... actually its compulsory in the Kenyan Education system.. but the main...Read more...How I narrowed down my essay topics48 WordsYour essays are your way of speaking who you are to the admissions committees....Read more...High School Performance
Unweighted GPA3.96RankTop 1%
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