gmv2023,
MIT
B.S., Computer Science
First-year student pursuing Course 6 at MIT
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Advice
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Background
Hometown
Plainfield, Illinois
GenderMale
EthnicityHispanic
Class of2023
First Gen College StudentYes
Results, Essays, and Advice
Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, MA)
Applied for a B.S. in Computer Science
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: NoSchool Specific Essays
Personal Statement659 WordsDevelopment of personal values, Extracurricular passion, Interest in fine arts, Leadership experience, Story central to identityAmidst a hundred or so 5th graders sitting on beige and off-black tiles in a compact gymnasium, my chubby self turns to my best (okay, only) friend as middle school giants stroll in with their equipment and shimmering doohickeys. He looks back at me with enthusiasm, expecting a show. We feast our eyes on the lengthiest instrument they possess: the trombone. The man behind the brass tubing riffs out an awesomely obnoxious ostinato. It was at that moment we contemplated...Read more...Sitting on an inviting carpet, chubby, bushy eye-browed 4-year-old Memo grasps an alien spaceship-looking controller and joins his older brother in taking in the vibrant colors of the CRT television as the song of adventure and wave file fanfares fills the room. Mario Party 2 for the Nintendo 64 was one of the first videogames I ever played, and from time to time, I still find myself resuming the adventure. There are worlds out there to explore; whenever I need to step...Read more...Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay99 WordsAfter immersing myself in computer science with Mobile App Development this summer, I’m currently interested in artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction, cybersecurity, cryptography, and creatively changing the world with technology. The EECS department, specifically course 6-3, appeals to me because of its broad range of enlightening and intense opportunities that match my interests in computing and electronics. I would love taking 6.034 or 6.9041. I admire MIT’s UROP and would highly value doing research under professor Randall Davis or Shafi...Read more...School Specific Advice
Why I declined other schools47 WordsMIT provided me with 100% demonstrated need financial aid, surpassing the offers from other schools...Read more...How to increase chances at my school61 WordsI think you really need to show voice in your application and display values that align with MIT's...Read more...More Essays
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General Admissions Advice
How I narrowed down my essay topics69 WordsI found it very difficult to narrow down my essay topics because I kept thinking I needed something "unique" and something...Read more...What I wish I had known as a first generation applicant52 WordsApplying for college is not cheap! Fees can be up to $90! Save up for college application...Read more...My advice about getting recommenders47 WordsChoose teachers or instructors at your school who know you well beyond the classroom....Read more...High School Performance
Weighted GPA5.00(equivalent to 4.00 unweighted)RankTop 5%
Test Scores
Highest ACT33ACT Score DetailsOther ACT ScoresACT Prep
Highest SAT1480SAT Score DetailsOther SAT ScoresSAT Prep
AP / IB Classes and Scores
Details2 classes and scoresSports
Extracurriculars
ActivitiesMarching Band, Science/Math, Family Responsibilities, Music: Instrumental, Debate Club/Team, National Honor Society, School Band, Tutoring/Mentoring, Key Club
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