apooley,

Macalester

B.A., Computer Science, , Psychology

Tech-lover, Computer-wiz, and Gamer-geek. Macalester '19.

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Background

Hometown Plymouth, Minnesota

GenderFemale

EthnicityWhite Non-Hispanic

AdmissionRegular Decision
Class of2019

English First Language Yes

Other Language(s) Spoken Portuguese, German

Results, Essays, and Advice

Accepted

Waitlisted or Withdrew

Denied

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Macalester College (St. Paul, MN)

Applied for a B.A. in Computer Science

Accepted and Enrolled Legacy: No

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Personal Statement

705 Words

Diversity statement, Interest in tech/engineering, Story central to identity, Study/travel abroad

Some students have a background or story that is so central to their identity that they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. Throughout my academic career, I have always been drawn to the "nuts and bolts" behind the functioning of computers. I am fascinated by computer programs, and have found satisfaction and fulfillment in both learning about them and applying my knowledge and creativity towards coding them hands-on....

General Admissions Advice

5 adjectives that describe a typical student at my school (Feel free to elaborate!)

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Accepting, Liberal,...

What I’d change about my school if I were student body president

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Create better...

What I’d change about my application process

24 Words

Write down the CORRECT dates for when...

Whether I took out loans or applied for scholarships, and my advice

36 Words

Don't be scared to take out loans. Many people do, and...

How to increase chances at my school

23 Words

Talk about internationalism or lack-of. Macalester also...

High School Performance

GPA

3.50

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High School TypePublic
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Academic Performance in High School High at first but got worse
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2110

SAT Score Details

Converted SAT Score1470

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Sports

SportsRugby

Extracurriculars

ActivitiesGerman Club, Tutoring/Mentoring

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Macalester College (St. Paul, MN)

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