<p>Stats: I have taken 8 Honors classes, 5 AP classes, and 3 college classes through the running start program. I have a 3.6 UW GPA and a 4.3 W GPA. I am in the top quarter of my class and I have a 26 ACT. I am Hispanic and am applying for financial aid. </p>
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<li>I have always challenged myself in school, but have always gotten a B in AP math and science classes. I have taken AP classes ranging from Art History to Calculus. I am eager to learn everything and I love to challenge myself. My GPA dropped last year because I moved to a new high school my junior year, but as of now I have a 4.0 UW GPA this semester.</li>
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<p>EC: Editor for an online magazine
Marching Band/ Pep Band/ Advanced Wind Ensemble- second trumpet
Trumpet Lessons- 8 years
Active Member of Youth Group- 8 years
Cooking Blog
Creative Writing- trying to publish several of my poems
Nanny over the summer
Participated in a 30 Hour Famine
Volunteered at Food Bank
Volunteered to sell merchandise for a local sports event (Bloomsday)
Volunteered to help advertise for Hoopfest
Key Club Member Junior Year
Bible Study Group
Piano Lessons- 2 years
Been to several concerts (over 60) / art exhibits</p>
<p>Columbia is one of my reach schools. I applied just for fun because it is one of my dream schools but I didn't expect to get an interview or get accepted. Well, I have an interview next Tuesday and am nervous because of my low stats. My essays were pretty stellar but I was curious to know who has been accepted and what admissions looks for in a student other than high GPA and test scores. My Grandpa attended but ended up not getting a degree because he enlisted in WWII. I wish everyone good luck in thier application process and I hope everyone gets into their desired schools.</p>