Chances @ Brown

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<p>I am an Asian American (rising senior) living in a very competitive state. I attend a magnet school in which I am in the first-ever graduating class. This is very exctiting!</p>

<p>GPA (unweighted): 3.8
GPA (weighted): school does not weight
Rank: school does not rank
*However, my guidance counselor tells me I’m in the Top 10.</p>

<p>NEW SAT: Math (710) Verbal (570) Writing (610)
*This SAT was a disaster. I am going to strive to bring my verbal and writing score above 700s. I’m going to do it!</p>

<p>SAT IIS: Taking IC, IIC, and Chemistry in November
*Wish me luck!</p>

<p>Senior Sechdule:</p>

<p>AP Physics B
AP Statistics
AP Biology
AP Calculus BC
World Literature II (Honors)
Government
Physical Education
Senior Experience
Electives</p>

<p>*The Senior Experience is a year long internship program in which every student is mandated to partake in his or her senior year. It is a hands-on learning experience through internships in a professional setting. Students may engage in a wide variety of activities, in settings such as laboratories and research facilities, non-profit organizations; cultural institutions, law firms, and businesses, both large and small. The program is a graduation requirement for which students receive nine academic credits. The Seniors will attend their internships every Thursday instead of attending school.</p>

<p>I AM CURRENTLY IN THE PROCESS OF APPLYING FOR AN INTERNSHIP AT THE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER (DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY AND CELLULAR BIOPHYSICS). I HAVE TO GO FOR AN INTERVIEW SOON.</p>

<p>Extracirriculars:</p>

<p>Habitat for Humanity (Founder and President)
Future Business Leaders of America (Vice President)
School Newspaper (Co-Editor in Chief)
Concert Band (Clarinetist 4 years)
Model UN (Member)
School Yearbook (Editorial Staff)
Mock Trial (Member)</p>

<p>Volunteer:</p>

<p>Habitat for Humanity (Tons of activities, Building Projects)
St. Mary’s Hospital (Emergency Room, Admitting, Human Resources)
Volunteer Service Program in South Korea (Life-altering experience)
In-School Volunteering
Sunday School Mentor
Environment Center
Town Borough Hall</p>

<p>Honors/Awards:</p>

<p>Academic Honor Roll and/or High Honors
“Best Delegate” Award Model UN @ GWU
“Outstanding Volunteer Award” at St. Mary’s Hospital
Certificate of Commendation for Commitment to Volunteering by County Officials
“Volunteer Award” by the Volunteer Center of the County
“Dedication to Volunteering” Award by Habitat for Humanity</p>

<p>Work Experience:</p>

<p>Private Tutor, English and Math
Part-time Job at my family store (accounting, papers)</p>

<p>THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!!!</p>

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<p>can someone help me out?</p>

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<p>Raise your SATs and keep your grades up, and you'll have a decent shot.</p>

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<p>im just going to have a decent shot? i don't stand out?</p>

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<p>it's decent because you look like jillions of other candidates. It's cool that you're getting involved, but with so many different activities, how is Brown going to get the real you? What do you like to do? What is your talent?</p>