Hello! I was wondering if some people would be willing to chance me. By the way, I apologize in advance for all the info, but I wanted to make sure I covered all my bases.
I’m an Asian Male from Malaysia. And Since Swarthmore is my top top toppest choice, I applied as an ED2 applicant. I studied in a school which does not provide AP or IB, just electives.
GPA: 4.0/4.0
Rank: Top 10%/11
SAT: 1350/2000 (750 Math, 600 Critical Reading, 650 Writing with 10/12) First and only time.
ACT: No ACT where I live.
AP’s: School provides none
Extra-Curriculars/Honors/Awards:
Praise and Worship Leader (Vocal, Guitar, Bass and Piano) Help to train new musicians
Choir Member (Bass and Tenor)
Founder and Chief Editor of the School’s Editorial Club
Student Council President (Started the Club System in my school, and organized many camps and outings)
Debate Club’s Person in Charge
Corporal of The Boys’ Brigade
Worked as a Hostel Employee
Part-time Writer. (Writes for magazines, and is working on a novel)
Teacher’s Assistant, and teach students
Have a Patent under my name, and also started a business.
Work Experience:
Worked in a Hostel for 10 weeks, cashing in 50 hours a week.
-Worked as Housekeeper
-In-charged of Laundry
-Promoted to desk work
-Answered online inquiries, desk work, and management.
Teacher’s Recommendation: Both are amazing
Counsellor’s Recommendation: Above Average
CommonApp Essay: I think I overdid it! I talked about how I used to represent my school in debates, tennis, and Abacus, but soon lost it all when I moved to a school that did not provide any of this. Instead of being sad, I did my best and finally managed to start up new stuff in the school, such as the club system, getting friendly matches with other schools over, and many more!
Swarthmore Essay Prompt: I talked about how much I love the classes, and how I’d love the discussions in our close-knit groups. I talked how the no-GPA nor class ranking system will be great, since it’ll motivate the students to learn, and not to just aim for high scores. I ended with how I also liked its Quaker philosophy, mentioning that their outlook and philosophy is aligned with mine. I also said that their morals are reflected in the students.