<p>I answered a similar question on a different thread. Try this: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/princeton-university/1494050-introverts-vs-extroverts.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/princeton-university/1494050-introverts-vs-extroverts.html</a>
And I hope it is helpful! Any other questions, ask away! =)</p>
<p>You’ll be friends with the other quirky, quiet people who got admitted!</p>
<p>Thanks so much! I decided to go to Princeton in the fall!</p>
<p>Yay! Congrats :)</p>
<p>Hello everyone!
As an admitted member of the class of 2017, who has never experienced an East Coast winter, I was hoping to receive some advice about what sort of warm winter clothing to bring. Any advice on selecting rain/snow boots, and jackets/coats (such as which brands are popular, comfortable or well-made) would be much appreciated! Thank you very much.</p>
<p>It was a fairly mild winter, with brief cold spells. It seemed like it was blizzard-ing one day and sunny the next. But as to outerwear, just wear whatever you usually wear for the winter! Like any regular coat would be fine. You also see a lot of scarves on campus. Although some people on campus seem to dress in a really preppy way, I wouldn’t worry about brands too much. But then I’m a guy, so we don’t worry about brands anyway. Just make sure the specific coat you’re bringing if comfortable and durable!</p>
<p>I think your best bet, if you can afford it, is to buy your late Fall and Winter stuff when you get to Princeton. There’s plenty of shopping malls on Rte. 1 and a J.Crew (something like 10% discount at all J. Crew’s with a college ID) at the campus. This way you can see what others are wearing and pick whatever style appeals to you. Also, if you’re coming from a warm weather climate, you won’t have much by way of selection by you so you’ll probably have to catalog shop. Might as well either catalog shop or buy locally at Princeton. it can get cold and slushy in the winter.</p>
<p>Hi! You don’t really need rainboots, but try to get a pair of shoes with good traction for if it gets slushy/icy. A good, thick winter jacket and probably gloves and a scarf should be fine. If you’re from a warm climate, you may not be able to buy anything heavy enough at home. I recommend either shopping on Amazon or waiting until you arrive and buying locally. (Plus then you don’t need to pack a bulky coat.) Don’t stress about it too much! As a student you can get free 2-day shipping on Amazon anyway.</p>
<p>Thanks a bunch! You guys are right–I’ve been looking online, since there aren’t any warm winter clothing stores around here!</p>
<p>Hello
Are there merit-based scholarships in Princeton Universty for international students?</p>
<p>@Monmon96 Princeton doesn’t offer merit-based scholarships but its need-based financial awards are really generous and it even gives them to internationals. One of my international friends is paying only around 10k per year compared to some people paying the sticker price of 50k per year</p>
<p>I am a sophomore. I am self-studying for AP psych and taking AP bio. What do I need to add? What do I need to work one? Will be taking SATs in November. (Part of resume, that is why the bottom part says ‘experience’)
Vice President of Science Now! Program (sciencenowprogram.com)
4.5 GPA out of 5.4
Top 10% of class of 304
All Advanced Courses
President of Book Club
Member of French Club
Member of Interact Club (Volunteer Work)
Secretary of Debate Team
Member of Academic Decathlon Club
Member of History Bowl (History Competition)
Member of Science Olympiad (Science Competition)
Founder of Multi-Cultural Club
Member of NQYP (Tutoring Program)
Member of Drama Club
Class Secretary
WORK EXPERIENCE
Interned for the Carl Sciortino for Congress Campaign (Summer 13)
Interned for the Don Berwick for MA Governor Campaign (Summer 13)
Tutor for the Boston Public Library</p>
<p>^I’m confused as to why you added part of your resume. Are you looking for someone to chance you? That would be better served if you posted on the chance forum. Also, you give us no information to work with here. Are you asking what APs to add? All I can say is take the most rigorous curriculum available at your school. Without knowing your AP history, what APs are offered, and which ones you are deciding between, it is very hard to give you sound advice here. As I said, if you’re looking for chances, it would serve you better to post in the chance forum.</p>
<p>I saw the post saying that Princeton does not consider Freshman grades…I just had a quick question. Does anyone know if this is true of other Ivies or other highly selective schools?</p>
<p>Where did you see that? I’m sure Princeton considers freshman grades; they just don’t give much weight to it if there’s an upward trend.</p>
<p>It’s at the beginning of this post in the list of questions…I’m trying to figure out if it is true as well as if it is, if other schools use that policy as well.</p>
<p>Is it okay to write a funny essay if you choose your own topic? Would the Princeton Admisisons Board look down on this, as opposed to writing in a serious style? I have a topic to write about that is unique to my state, but would like to write it in a fun and upbeat way. I will be applying SCEA for the Class of 2019. Any thoughts on this? Thanks!</p>
<p>If you guys can answer my thread I would be more than grateful :)</p>
<p><a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/princeton-university/1560589-fulfilling-requirements-vs-fulfilling-passion-ivy-top25admissions.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/princeton-university/1560589-fulfilling-requirements-vs-fulfilling-passion-ivy-top25admissions.html</a></p>
<p>Ok, I know as a parent, I am probably starting too early. My daughter who is presently in 4th grade (please don’t laugh) is so sure she wants to go to Princeton, so out of curiosity I stumbled on this forum and loving it! Thanks for taking the time out to put out all these organized info.</p>
<p>Hi guys. I’m an international applicant applying to Princeton for Math/CS/both from India and I wanted some advice:
I’ve written 2 research papers in Math (will be up on arXiV soon). I plan on sending them to a journal (but I don’t expect the review procedure to get over anytime before my application goes). </p>
<p>Can I have it sent to Princeton? Is this like an X-factor or something? One paper derives new results and the other prescribes alternate novel methods to prove well-known results. I really want it to be conveyed well. How should I do it?</p>
<p>Honestly, do I stand a chance? My SAT is 2200+, I have 3 SAT subject Tests (800 M2, 790 Phy, 790 Chem) and decent ECs (mainly CS) like founder of CS club, founder of teen-help website, internships, coding projects, Coursera math and CS courses and a few other things.</p>
<p>I love Math (AP Calc BC score of 5; I know Calc BC is peanuts but I don’t see any other way of challenging myself apart from that. Back in India, people prepare for Olympiads from birth, so no chance for me) but I hate Phy and Chem. I have an A1 in Math, A2 in CS, A2 in Eng, but a B1 in Phy and B2 in Chem. Even one day before an exam in Phy and Chem, I’m doing only Math. I want my application to convey who I really am: a math lover, who doesn’t care much about other subjects but for CS and Math (I happen to write well, so English scores are good). I only do things I like, I can’t study stuff I don’t like just to get into a top uni. How do I pull this off without harming my chances? In the essay probably? I can write well. </p>
<p>Also, should I retake the SAT I for a 2300+? I’ve already written it twice and scored 2200+ in both.</p>
<p><em>sorry if you’ve seen this post elsewhere, I really need help</em></p>