It's Time!!! (Regular Admission Decisions)

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of Georgia
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Look guys, there's no need for arrogance/UGA bashing because the admissions office went out on a limb for an applicant. We don't know their reasons for admitting KingJames and we havent' seen the rest of the applications. I'm sure when you're applying to a "reach" school you wouldn't want them to immediately dismiss you based on your GPA or SAT without looking at the other intangibles.</p>

<p>I've been stunned both by the UGA bashing on this board and the attitudes of some of the posters. UGA is a competitive school and can now afford to a pick and choose among its applicants to create the class it wants, just like the Ivies do. Some people are going to be left out as the selectivity of the school increases.</p>

<p>Of course, we could do it like Med and Law schools do- make it be all about your performance on one test and your GPA, plus perhaps what connections you have in the admissions department. There are always going to be problems with college admissions no matter what system you choose. Let's give UGA the benefit of the doubt and say that its admissions officers know what they're doing.</p>

<p>Also, politicians are screwing up everything, not just the education system. It's pretty much a basic fact of politics. You should definitely try to change it if you want, but don't think that education's the only place they screw up big time.

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<p>And may I add that its easy to praise your school when you are a Foundation Fellow(quite deserving of it, no doubt). I have many friends and family members that have gone/go to UGA, and we all know that FF people are treated like royalty(travel, personal advisors, paid to go to school). If I was in FF I would probably praise UGA as well. Unfortunately, for the average applicant and student, the experience is not quite the same.</p>

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<p>Everyone writing a letter to congress save it. Not all URMs got accepted.
3.7
1160
In-state
URM(Black)
decent ecs and good essays and I got put on the waitlist.
I really dont know how kingjames got in ahead of me but Im not too happy. Its not his fault or anything but I am wondering what I have to do to get into this school. My grades qualify and I dont understand.</p>

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<p>Babam thats exactly what im talking about, completely inconsistent.</p>

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<p>Man, I really feel bad that Georgia residents are getting rejected/waitlisted with better on-paper credentials than me, but I'm not sure what to say. I applied just for the hell of it and to this day I havent really researched the school much since I KNEW I wouldn't get in. UGa is expensive for OOS though, so I'm not sure I'll be able to afford it. I truly hope for the best for you guys, as you have more of a right to your in-state school than I do. </p>

<p>Also, lets not bash eachother or anything. I'm no dumbass, trust me. I know my SAT score is low and all, but it's never bothered me at all. A) I never took the PSAT. Both times I skipped school when they were administered because (back then) I didn't give a rats ass about my future. B) I never studied for the SAT since I always just assumed I'll get in somwhere as long as my 11th/12th grade scores are stellar, which they are. C) I only took it once. Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to create excuses here. I know my laziness resulted in my low score. But, the facts are the facts.</p>

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<p>^^^ well your apparent "laziness" still was enough. In addition, your OOS status certainly helped. Im sure they would be all for you attending if you are willing to pay OOS tuition.</p>

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<p>Is UGa's financial aid good at all? Or do they have the reputation for milking you for all you're worth.</p>

<p>Also, don't alot of kids go to UGa for really cheap since the state pays for it if you get a certain GPA? If so, I can't imagine UGa's too generous.</p>

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<p>HOPE scholarship subsidizes tuition. UGA can be a great deal for certain majors in state.</p>

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<p>Georgia's HOPE scholarship pays tution, fees, and $150 book stipend for any student who has a 3.0 GPA and attends a public instate university. If a student graduates with under a 3.0 GPA, he may be eligible for a HOPE Grant, which may pay for a significant portion of the cost. The student must maintain a certain GPA in college to continue recieving the scholarship. I believe a maximum of 4 years of college may be paid for by HOPE.</p>

<p>According to collegeboard.com, UGA meets on average 81% of a student's need. The average financial aid package is $7290, of which 70% is grant/scholarship. Average indebtedness upon graduation is $13,422. I don't think UGA is too stingy with aid, though like many public universities they expect you to cough up something.</p>

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<p>Accepted
In state
SAT 2270 - 790V, 730M, 750W
SAT II - 750, 760, 760
GPA - 4.0 unweighted - hardest schedule possible every year of HS</p>

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<p>Whoever accused UGA of using affirmative action was wrong, with them only accepting 600 African Americans out of the 8500 they offered admission, I sure don't see it. I'm African American and I was denied as I said earlier. I had a great teacher reccomendation, 3.5 GPA, excellent essays, lots of ECs, and a 23 on the ACT (kinda low, I know) and got rejected.. It makes me angry to see how people with 1100s on the SAT and people with 3.0s get in, but people with 3.7s or whatever get rejected... But oh well, it just sucks though.. I've been waiting for over half-a-year for a decision, and I get rejected. That hurts...</p>

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<p>Ouch JC, I feel your pain. But being from MS could've hurt your chances as I'm sure a TON of kids from there apply to UGA. Does that mean you'll go to Ole Miss or MSU? Both seem like fun schools.</p>

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<p>JC, I'm really sorry you got rejected; that really sucks! I thought I was rejected from GaTech because they didn't send me an acceptance letter for the longest time, and on top of that I got accepted for Summer-waitlisted for Fall. Life's ups and downs, eh? And I know people with lower GPAs, SAT scores, and ECs who got in. I don't see how, but they got their letter two months before I did...</p>

<p>The bottom of every letter I got from UGA said "Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institute". I think AA is pretty much a norm in most universities, whether they're candid about it or not.</p>

<p>ItsHerLife, I'd be really surprised if you got rejected...you're Ivy League or a hair away from it!</p>

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<p>KingJames, I'm not sure which of the two I'm going to yet... MSU has a much better atmosphere, but Ole Miss has the best Journalism (my major) program in the state.. I'm kind of torn...</p>

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<p>Wow! </p>

<p>Well said Vig180. </p>

<p>With the stats of the many rejected! I confess, I dont understand what the admissions board is doing.URMs were rejected, 4.0s were rejected, 3.0s were accepted, 1000s were accepted................ But I am pretty sure, they know what theyre doing and whatever it is, its probably for the better.</p>

<p>Also, lets keep in mind, its Regular decisions time! Where your personality, ec's, interest in the school, background, essays, and "how much they believe you can do for and gain from the school"...........counts way more that the EA pool applicants. </p>

<p>Tambien, i dont think the evil test scores had too much impact in the this pools deciding. I was fortunately accepted.........with a 21 ACT score (i didnt take the SAT). </p>

<p>What do you think......................</p>

<p>oh, i also put every inch of faith in GOD and prayer (i believed that helped also)</p>

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<p>In fact, I think we should discuss our essays, background, ec standings, and any other non-academic factors. We might find a pattern with accpetance-decline rates.</p>

<p>:confused:</p>

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<p>Man, the essays are actually still up on their website!</p>

<p>A. Choose an intellectual or creative opportunity that you have enjoyed and highlight how you have grown personally because of the experience.</p>

<p>I wrote about visiting Singapore and exploring the country alone.</p>

<p>** B. Share an experience through which you have gained respect for intellectual, social, or cultural differences. **</p>

<p>I wrote about working in a homeless shelter one winter and learning about the homeless people in Atlanta and their way of life.</p>

<p>*C. Describe a recent personal experience in which you have demonstrated integrity and/or personal maturity. *</p>

<p>Wrote about staying at home 24/7 when my mom was seriously ill. Cooked for her, cleaned the house, etc...</p>

<p>*D. From your perspective, please suggest how you might benefit from and/or contribute to “UGA’s broadly diverse learning environment” in the classroom, on campus, and throughout the community as a whole. *</p>

<p>Excerpt:The University of Georgia is an ideal place to receive a valuable college education and a snapshot of the numerous cultures in the world. Because students from all over the world attend the University, I will be introduced to several new philosophies and ideologies. When I matriculate, the knowledge of global cultures will be a valuable asset. </p>

<p>Then I went on to talk about how my Asian-ness would contribute to the "broadly diverse learning environment" simply because I'm Asian..haha!</p>

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<p>ok...since I'm bored right now I'll start lol...</p>

<p>Essays: (I don't remember the questions but I know what my essays were about)</p>

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<li><p>I wrote an essay describing how I found my niche in high school when I first heard the marching band and then talked about my growing love for my instrument. Also talked about how being in the band gave me the opportunity to travel across the country and come out of my shell.</p></li>
<li><p>Talked about my experience working at a grocery store this past summer. In this essay I wrote about how working in a majority hispanic work environment allowed me to better my spanish skills, adapt to different environments, and I threw in some humor (comparing authentic Spanish cuisine to Taco Bell lol)</p></li>
<li><p>(the essay on maturity I think) I discussed my experience volunteering at the AIDS Atlanta Award Ceremony on World AIDS Day. I talked about how I took the initiative to speak with AIDS and HIV+ people and made possible business connections with well-known gay rights activist instead of standing in the corner speaking amongst my peers. I stated that "Every human desires to be loved and accepted and I shouldn't let a difference in sexual preference keep me from making valuable friendships."</p></li>
<li><p>Before writing the final essay I looked over UGA's "diversity" mission statement or whatever. I included parts of that in my essay and stated that "I'm not just some academic drone who focuses solely on getting a 4.0. I'm a writer, musician, and just an overall quirky guy who prays to God each and every night that I have the opportunity to make someone's day better."</p></li>
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<p>background: upperclass African-American family. Both parents and sibling graduated from college.</p>

<p>ECs: Marching band (4 years, Letterman), Wind Ensemble (GMEA Honor Band), Jazz Ensemble (switched to bass trombone), PILOT Program (collar and scholarship recipient), District Youth Advisiory board (activity coordinator)...there were more but we were only allowed to list 5.</p>

<p>SAT Score: 1100 (530M, 570V, 620W)</p>

<p>GPA: 3.4</p>

<p>Full Honors/Gifted/AP courseload entire HS career
Decision: Accepted and attending</p>

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<p>My sister goes to miami and i go to georgia! wish i had gone to miami! she loves it there and i love visiting her!</p>

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<p>A. Choose an intellectual or creative opportunity that you have enjoyed and highlight how you have grown personally because of the experience.</p>

<p>I wrote visisting Grady Hospital, learning of its obstacles, its history, hospitals, med school, the importance of desegregation, and how it made me want to finish my goals of becoming an MD.</p>

<p>B. Share an experience through which you have gained respect for intellectual, social, or cultural differences.</p>

<p>I wrote about completing the most advance levels of foreign language at my school (spanish 7) and ap spanish. Learning about spanish greats. Being trilingual and incorporating ideas of different backgrounds.</p>

<p>C. Describe a recent personal experience in which you have demonstrated integrity and/or personal maturity.</p>

<p>I wrote about finding "Project GIVE", a cs program that gained thousands of donations from school and community members!</p>

<p>D. From your perspective, please suggest how you might benefit from and/or contribute to “UGA’s broadly diverse learning environment” in the classroom, on campus, and throughout the community as a whole.</p>

<p>I said I plan to obtain great education, contribute my diverse ideas, and perform greatly in class. I said i plan to join clubs and start clubs of my own and continue Project GIVE...............and have fun!</p>

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<p>That was very compressed. The real essays sounded very good and professional but very human and real.</p>

<p>I was involved in ots of ECs. President of two club/orgs, secretary of SNHS, african american, lots of interest shown, lots of questions asked thru email and phone. Went to all invited summer programs. Thats all I can think of for now.</p>

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<p>VIG180:</p>

<p>I really don't think there is much "arrogance/UGA bashing" on this message board. In fact, UGA seems the dream school of most people who are inhabiting this space. Most of us are just bashing the <em>admissions process,</em> which seems somewhat callous and infuriatingly random.</p>

<p>Other schools ease the admissions process with regular emailed updates--and the mechanisms of admissions themselves are not so mysterious with other colleges.</p>