Hey guys i got accepted to UIUC as a international (Korean) transfer student.
Considering my low GPA, i was really surprised that i got accepted.
I think the main reason why i got accepted was from my essay.
I had almost the best essay with an amazing experience to talk about that nobody would ever have (serving in the special forces and part of the UN in south sudan).
Thank you to everyone who took time to consider my situation and give advice.