Nick Vallejo,
USC
B.A., Broadcast Journalism
Features Included
3
Essays
5
Schools
3
Scores
0
Advice
7
ECs
0
Sports

Background

Hometown Johnstown, Colorado
GenderMale
EthnicityHispanic
AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019
English First Language Yes

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)
  • Colorado State University  (Fort Collins, CO)
  • University of Colorado - Boulder (Boulder, CO)
  • Pomona College (Claremont, CA)
  • Stanford University (Stanford, CA)
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University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)

Applied for a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

School Specific Advice

More Essays

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Personal Statement
678 Words
Story central to identity, Feeling out of place
Adolescence is the most important time period in a person's life. During this time, they learn about the world, take on more responsibilities, and begin to mature. They experience a myriad of emotions, from inspiring happiness to extreme anguish. By being enveloped in all of these at once, most individuals begin to establish an identity for themselves. Yet, there are others who do not fare as well. They become lost in sadness, losing hope for the conditions of their lives...
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Supplemental Essay Unique question posed by school
175 Words
Theater, of which I am an active participant, best illustrates who I am. To perform in front of large crowds, the actors must be confident in their abilities. Because of Theater, I know what I am capable of, and I know what my limits are. Actors must also be willing to go above and beyond when the job requires it, such as helping others remember their lines by guiding them. Being at the top of my class, as well as...
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Supplemental Essay Unique question posed by school
176 Words
I have always loved to learn about the universe around me. Astronomy, psychology, biology, filmmaking - these are all subjects that I am passionate about. I want to know why certain actions cause specific events, and why individuals act the way they do; why people enjoy the films they watch, and how those films impact them. Most of all, I want to search for the truth in this world, so I can share it with everyone around me. I want...
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General Admissions Advice

High School Performance

Weighted GPA
4.04
 
Rank
Top 5%
 
High School TypePublic
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Steady

Test Scores

Highest ACT
33
 
ACT Score Details
 
Highest SAT
1330
on 1600 scale
Highest SAT
1870
 
SAT Score Details
 
Original SAT Score1870

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details1 classes and scores

Sports

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA), School Theater/Plays, National Honor Society, Tutoring/Mentoring, Community Cleanup / Service, Latino Student Association, School Newspaper/Magazine/Journalism

Experience & Awards

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