jpasato564,
Dartmouth
B.A., Engineering Science
A dedicated, hardworking individual
Features Included
4
Essays
1
Schools
6
Scores
3
Advice
6
ECs
0
Sports

Background

Hometown Sleepy Hollow, New York
GenderMale
EthnicityHispanic
Class of2027
First Gen College StudentYes

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted
Waitlisted or Withdrew
Denied
  • Dartmouth College (Hanover, NH)
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Dartmouth College (Hanover, NH)

Applied for a B.A. in Engineering Science

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

School Specific Essays

Personal Statement
749 Words
Development of personal values
The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
Birds chirp, the atmosphere is tranquil, but my brother’s crumpled body lies in the middle of the street, alone.  We were all awake by 6:00 that day. While my parents diligently prepared breakfast, my brothers and I got dressed. The morning of Tuesday, October 23, 2018, was like every other in the Pasato household. So, we were all caught off guard when the unexpected, a disruption to our silent choreography, exploded our morning torpor. My mom and my nine-year-old brother, Ian, were...
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Supplemental Essay: “Why us” school essay
99 Words
Dartmouth celebrates the ways in which its profound sense of place informs its profound sense of purpose. As you seek admission to Dartmouth’s Class of 2027, what aspects of the College’s academic program, community, and/or campus environment attract your interest? In short, why Dartmouth?
Every day I carve time out of the day to take a walk or play soccer with friends. Being outside creates a safety valve through which my worries escape and all that consumes me wafts away gently. I’m thrilled that the Dartmouth Outing Club and Dartmouth’s very place in the world will give me opportunities to grow my healing relationship with nature and to take on new outdoor challenges. I also hope to participate in the teaching arm...
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Supplemental Essay: Unique question posed by school
252 Words
"Be yourself, everyone else is taken." Introduce yourself.
Second-born children are often considered the ones constantly making mischief in their families, solely to attract the attention of their parents. It’s assumed their needs are neglected so they’re forced to fend for themselves. My parents, who immigrated here from Ecuador two decades ago, often turned to me as I was growing up to assist with their personal affairs, such as managing their online accounts and phoning their credit card companies to dispute charges. My older brother already...
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Supplemental Essay: Unique question posed by school
251 Words
"Not everything that is faced can be changed; but nothing can be changed until it is faced,” wrote James Baldwin. How does this quote apply to your life experiences?
For as long as I can remember, my friends have served as my strength and stay, guiding me through all that life has thrown in my direction. Naturally, I’ve grown quite attached to each and every one of them, to the point where losing one of them this past summer nearly broke me. Her sudden decision to cease any and all contact with me left me with more questions than answers, and added to the betrayal I felt. For...
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School Specific Advice

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General Admissions Advice

My advice about getting recommenders
11 Words
Ask an English...
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My insights about AP (Advanced Placement) courses and exams
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Report the courses...
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Recommended summer activities during high school and college
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High School Performance

Weighted GPA
4.00
(equivalent to 4.00 unweighted)
Rank
Top 10%
 
College Classes In High School
Academic Performance in High School Steady

Test Scores

AP / IB Classes and Scores

Details6 classes and scores

Sports

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesFamily Responsibilities, Other Club/Activity, Music: Instrumental, Other Club/Activity, School Newspaper/Magazine/Journalism, Environmental

Experience & Awards

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Awards Received

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