and for the act, I honestly got kind of lucky. I worked really hard because I’m not good at standardized tests. I was aiming for a 32-34 and took the test, thought highly of my performance (but not 36 high), and was shocked to see I got a perfect score
and for sat iis, i took 3 and got 730 or above on them (also surprised)
@Politicsrule , this might sound crazy, but I believe the definition of first generation college student is when neither of your parents graduated from a university. It might be worth you looking up the definition specific to Georgetown. Not that you’d necessarily need the hook, but I’d want to know for sure.
@winky1 On the apps, there’s a drop down with very specific options. One of them is basically the option to say your parents received some college education, but didn’t graduate. While i’m hoping that will act as a hook in some way, I don’t feel at all hindered by the fact that they didn’t graduate, so I’m not too concerned. Honestly, though, I’m reaching for every possible hook simply because admissions is so difficult. I wouldn’t try to reach too far into it though. I’ll just be truthful and what ever comes of it, comes of it.
Thank you though! I for sure thought about that and I’m not sure if that qualifies me as first generation, but we’ll see:)
Applying (early action) to: SFS
SAT I (breakdown): 1400 (730 CR, 670 M)
ACT (breakdown): n/a
SAT II: (Lit 640, taking again in Oct as well as Math 1 and French)
Unweighted GPA (out of 4.0): 3.7
Weighted GPA (out of 5.0): school doesn’t weigh, but maybe around 4.1
Rank (percentile if rank is unavailable):
AP (place score in parenthesis): AP Lang (5), AP Comp Gov and Pol (4), AP French (3), AP Psych (3)
IB (place score in parenthesis):
Senior Year Course Load: AP English Lit, APUSH, AP Macro, Russian Native, Pre Calc, Physics
Academic Clubs (leadership in parenthesis): NHS (Secretary), MUN (General Secretary and Ambassador), Parliamentary Debate (First Speaker), Journalism and Publication (editor in chief, main contributor)
Sports (awards in parenthesis): Varsity Basketball (captain), Swimming (certified ocean Lifeguard), Varsity Volleyball
Job/Work Experience: Hostess at restaurant, YMCA Lifeguard
Volunteer/Community Service: UN social activism through art (I live in the Republic of Georgia, so there is a lot of development and awareness programs, and this is one of them), KERA Gala (a formal fundraising dinner for women and children in need of shelter – again, living in an underdeveloped country, this is a big issue),
Summer Activities: Attend summer program at UVA for 3 years, attended Institute for Journalism at Georgetown, worked two jobs (previously mentioned)
Teacher Recommendation: 1 recommendation from english teacher I’ve had for 4 years (including 4 AP courses), and a government/social science teacher I have had for 2 years
Counselor Rec: I got to read the draft it and it was truly one of the most incredible things a person has ever said about me, made me cry
Additional Rec: Rec from my employer at the restaurant i worked at
Other: I know for a fact that all my recs are good because due to my school being so small (50 students in HS), I have gotten to know teachers very well and became a leader amongst the student body
Applying for Financial Aid: absolutely
State (if domestic applicant):
Country (if international applicant): Republic of Georgia
School Type: International, AP system though
Ethnicity: White
Gender: female
Income Bracket: 100k
Hooks (URM, first generation college, etc.): I’m an international student attending a small high school, am russian/american, English is (technically) my second language, lived in Russian during the economic depression (meaning in basic poverty until the fam got out and moved to Georgia).
Additional: Im applying EA, and I know Georgetown is an incredible reach for me, but I think it’s worth the try. Thoughts and comments are greatly appreciated
Hi everyone,
I am applying EA and just scheduled my interview (we are meeting next week). Has anyone already had their interview? Any tips on what kinds of things are asked?
When do you get contacted about the interview? I’m applying EA too and I don’t know when to expect a notification.
@yayhamlet they emailed me about a week-week and a half after I filled out the initial application
I’ve had my interview! I think it went really well so I’m excited about that! It kind of just started off with more general questions about me and school and then went from there. I think they really try to just let it be unique to each person and see where it goes. It was also a lot more of a two-way discussion personally if that makes sense. Like, it’s not just a time for them to ask questions but a chance for you to as well. Good luck everyone! I’m sure they’ll all go well 
Applying Early Action to Georgetown College as a Biology of Global Health Major
SAT I (breakdown): 1500 (720 CR, 780 M)
ACT (breakdown): 34 (34 E, 35 M, 35 R, 33 S)
SAT II: Bio -750 Chem - 750 US History - 780 World History - 740
Unweighted GPA (out of 4.0): 3.95
Weighted GPA (out of 100): 98.83/100
Rank (percentile if rank is unavailable): top 10%
AP (place score in parenthesis): APUSH (5) AP Lang (5) AP Chem (4) AP Physics 1 (2 - lol)
IB (place score in parenthesis):
Senior Year Course Load: AP Spanish Lang, AP Calc AB, AP Bio, AP Gov & Politics, AP Euro, Honors English (Shakespeare), Gym, Religion
Academic Clubs (leadership in parenthesis): MUN (Secretary), Science Olympiad (Senior Captain), Nonprofit Organization that brings science experiments to children (President/Founder), Research Assistant at local university biology lab, intern with a local university public health dept, field organizer/intern for a local congressional campaign, envirothon (captain), school christian community service organization, piano, girl empowerment group (leader/founding member), volunteer at local refugee center
Sports (awards in parenthesis):Varsity Tennis (2015 Sectional Finalist, 2014 & 2016 Sectional Quarter Finalist, 2015 2nd team 2nd doubles)
Job/Work Experience: none
Volunteer/Community Service: over 200 hours (local refugee center, hospitals, non-profit work, senior center, community service through school)
Summer Activities: doing research at a biology lab since 10th grade, interning with university public health dept, intern for local congressional campaign
Teacher Recommendation: AP Lang teacher (8/10 - super close, I was really active in class compared to my classmates, talked frequently outside of class)
AP Physics teacher (9/10 - talked almost everyday after school, saw I was hardworking despite my grades)
Counselor Rec: 10/10 super close, talk frequently, knows me very well
Additional Rec: public health professor 9/10, knows my passion for public health & my hardworking nature
Other:
Applying for Financial Aid: yes
State (if domestic applicant): new york
Country (if international applicant):
School Type: private
Ethnicity: asian
Gender: female
Income Bracket : 500k
Hooks (URM, first generation college, etc.): minor legacy at gtown
So do we get a notification for an interview after we submit the entire application or the first one?
Because I filled out the first one weeks ago and still haven’t received notification.
@TS9034 I got an email about my interview about four-five weeks after I sent in my application. I submitted it in mid-late August and heard back at the beginning of October.
To clarify - that was after the first part. I haven’t submitted the supplement yet.
I just got my alumni contact yesterday, after initially setting up the application about a month ago. (for those curious about the timeline). I sent an email to set up the interview this morning, but does anyone know if the interview has to be done before November 1st? They sent my contact out pretty short notice…
“So do we get a notification for an interview after we submit the entire application or the first one?”
After you send in the first part.
Anyone else spending Halloween editing essays before tomorrow? #:-S
I asked a rep about this @yayhamlet when they visited my city and she said that as long as you get it done with as soon as you can, it’s okay if it’s not done by Nov 1st!
Hey y’all. I’m currently a freshman in the college planning to double major in government and linguistics and let me just tell you that the opportunities and academics and spirit here at Georgetown are unparalleled. I chose this place over an ivy and don’t regret my decision at all. I’m so excited to see all of you talented and smart 2018ers applying to my school. Lemme know if you have any questions and Hoya Saxa!
@mackyg This is so great to hear! Ever since I toured in the spring I’ve known that Georgetown is a special place, but it’s still nice to hear students say positive things I know that admissions is so unpredictable, so do you have any advice as to what I should do if I’m deferred? Is there anything I can do to boost my chance in the regular round? I’m hoping and praying that I get in EA, but you never know!
@maddyduv definitely mention Georgetown a lot in your essay and the specific things you would do here on campus if admitted. Gtown wants to know that you’re going to be involved here and so admissions loves it when you show your enthusiasm about a specific department, professor, club, etc. Hope this helps!