vmn1120
vmn1120,
GSW
B.A., Journalism
I have won more than $9000 in scholarships and have almost paid off my first year of college before I have even started.
Features Included
8
Essays
3
Schools
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Scores
3
Advice
5
ECs
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Sports

Background

Hometown Phenix City
GenderFemale
EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language Yes

Results, Essays, and Advice

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Georgia Southwestern State University (Americus, GA)

Applied for a B.A. in Journalism

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

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In my high school career, I have faced many hardships but I always came out on top. My childhood home was foreclosed on in ninth grade, my parents separated, I was bullied and one of my best friends was killed in a car wreck, all in that same year. After that, I moved to a new town and started a new school for tenth and eleventh grade. The bullying was less severe but still present. For my senior year, I...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
152 Words
In my high school career, I have faced many hardships but I always came out on top. My childhood home was foreclosed on in ninth grade, my parents separated, I was bullied and one of my best friends was killed in a car wreck, all in that same year. After that, I moved to a new town and started a new school for tenth and eleventh grade. The bullying was less severe but still present. For my senior year, I...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
212 Words
When I first began answering this question, I struggled. Not because I haven’t had any happy moments but because for the majority of my life my happiness has revolved around someone else’s. I think that because of this, my happiest moment is actually quite simple. I spent hours customizing what I wanted it to look like. Pink and white tie-dye with blue wheels. I finally gained the courage to spend the money and bought it online. When it...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
286 Words
Growing up, I was bullied for being different. But my experience has taught me how to lead. The summer before my freshman year of high school, I volunteered at our local hospital, Columbus Regional. It was a humbling yet familiar experience. I was amazed by how positive the patients were. Whether they were getting surgery, or had gotten into a car wreck, they always had a smile on their faces and were filled with positivity! I worked in the hospital...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
128 Words
In the fall, I will be attending Georgia Southwestern State University as a Political Science major. I am planning on double majoring in Political Science and Journalism and minoring in Philosophy if my school will allow it. After college, I want to be a journalist, humanitarian, traveler and no-kill animal shelter owner. After our home was foreclosed on, my mother was homeless for almost three years. I want to travel the world and help needy people and animals everywhere. While...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
386 Words
When I was a little kid, I wanted to be a fashion designing, veterinarian astronaut. As I grew up, I realized that wasn't very practical. Today, I achieve to be an author, journalist and Foreign Service Officer. This fall I will be attending Georgia Southwestern State University with a major in Political Science. I want to double major in Political Science and Journalism with a minor in Philosophy. At some point, I plan to publish a few books. If time...
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Supplemental Essay Scholarship application
514 Words
A good home is comprised of three key elements: privacy, connection, stability. Privacy allows a home to be a sanctuary, an escape. Being connected means one shares a special bond with one’s home, whether through family ties or sacred moments. Stable homes provide a sense of security and unchanging familiarity. Without these elements, a home is merely a shelter. Whether one is facing embarrassment or just needs some time alone, privacy is always a plus. Privacy allows an individual...
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Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay
159 Words
As of now, my intended major is Political Science. I have always had a passion for writing. At some point, I hope to publish a few books. I would love to be a journalist but that is more of a side job. My true calling is a career that allows me to aide others and travel. I would love to be a Foreign Service officer so that I can resolve issues, help people in other countries and travel at the...
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General Admissions Advice

What I now know about my school that I never would have known prior to enrolling
57 Words
If I had never applied, I would not have found out that Freshman can have private dorms!...
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Whether I took out loans or applied for scholarships, and my advice
50 Words
I applied (and am still applying) for many scholarships. To this date, I have won $9000...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
95 Words
I recommend community service and entrepreneurship. If you want to work in the medical field, volunteer at your local hospital. If you want to work with animals, volunteer at...
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High School Performance

GPA
3.20
(no specification of weighting)
Rank
N/A
 
High School TypePublic
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Low at first but improved
Explanation of Low Grades

Test Scores

Highest ACT
23
 
ACT Score Details
 
ACT Prep

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details1 classes and scores

Sports

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesCommunity Cleanup / Service, YMCA/YWCA, Prom Committee, Student Council / Government, Tutoring/Mentoring

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