stats: 3.89 unweighted, 4.47 weighted
sat: 1530
AP’s: APUSH, AP Lang, AP Chem, AP Lit, AP Macro and Micro economics, AP gov, AP Bio, AP Calc AB, AP Computer Science principles
hook: I have turner syndrome, a condition that causes you to have a missing chromosome, which causes a myriad of health issues from thyroid issues, heart abnormalities, loss of ovarian function, hormonal imbalance etc. I had to take growth hormone shots everyday and have to take several medications everyday as well.
extracurriculars:
Volunteered at pug shelter, helping feed the dogs medication, taking them on walks etc
volunteered at madrona marsh, helping with adminstrative duties
Have been playing piano for 10 years, and earned 3 certificate of merits. I will be receiving my level 10 certificate of merit this coming march, which is the highest/most advanced level
Play in North Torrance Youth Musician Ensemble (flute) and play at charity concerts at torrance memorial hospital
Created my own website to help raise awareness for turner syndrome. i also shared other people’s stories of their experiences living with this disorder.
Took several online courses in subjects I’m passionate about (human physiology, medicinal chemistry, drug development/discovery)
Tutor at my former middle school
Paid tutoring at a local tutoring center