richwhi3,
UPenn
B.A., Social Sciences, , History
I am an incoming freshman at the University of Pennsylvania.
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Background
Hometown
Atchison, Kansas
GenderMale
EthnicityAsian, White Non-Hispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language
Yes
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Accepted
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University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA)
Applied for a B.A. in Social Sciences
Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: Both Parents + 3 moreSchool Specific Essays
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Personal Statement659 WordsStudy/travel abroad, Story central to identity, Transition to adulthoodI define my transition into adulthood by an experience I had during the second semester of my freshman year of high school. My father, a professor at a local college, was given the opportunity to teach in its semester-long study abroad program in Florence, Italy. Having grown up in a small Kansas town, the prospect of walking the streets of Florence with the likes of Leonardo and Dante seemed exciting, but also slightly intimidating. I had no idea what to...Read more...Supplemental Essay “Why us” school essay503 WordsMy application to the College of Arts and Sciences relates directly to my academic objectives and aspirations. I would like to earn degrees in history and cinema studies, perhaps to build a career in the museum industry as a curator or archivist; with multiple museums on campus, the university offers a chance for hands-on involvement that I find quite attractive. I am enthralled with the opportunity to take object-based learning courses where many of Penn's valuable resources are incorporated directly...Read more...Supplemental Essay Strong beliefs/principles399 WordsSeveral months ago my family skipped town, and I was, on all accounts, left to my own devices. One evening, a lack of ingredients in the kitchen prompted me to visit the local KFC-Taco Bell. When I opened the plastic lid of my "Cantina Power Bowl," I was met with an amalgamation of ingredients somewhat resembling a Jackson Pollock canvas. My entire dining experience was geared towards the practical, from all-plastic accoutrements to the obviously hasty preparation of my food....Read more...General Admissions Advice
List of schools I interviewed with and my interview experience127 WordsI found that my college interviews were so much less stressful than I previously imagined. In most cases, it was just a low-key conversation with an admissions officer or alum of the school. Usually, the interview began with...Read more...My advice about getting recommenders18 WordsJust make sure you pick...Read more...Recommended summer activities during high school and college27 WordsMake sure you do something productive. Be it...Read more...What I’d change about my application process40 WordsI did not apply to any schools early-decision during my application process....Read more...Why I ultimately chose my school13 WordsI ultimately chose Penn...Read more...High School Performance
Weighted GPA4.01RankTop 5%
Academic Performance in High School Steady
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Highest SAT1530on 1600 scaleHighest SAT2230SAT Score Details
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SportsSoccer
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ActivitiesNational Honor Society, Local Orchestra / Symphony / Band, Community Cleanup / Service
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