GPA: 3.84 (weighted), 3.56 (unweighted)
SAT: Did not submit because I received a 1260
*****(was this the right call?)
I am graduating in December because I have accumulated so many credits over the summer and back in middle school. Hence, I applied for Spring Admission to start in the Spring on 2018.
Graduating early and attending Trinity , for me, is all about pushing myself forward in a way that I can’t in my current setting.
Something notable about my transcript is that any course I received lower than a B- on, I retook. Thankfully, this has only happened twice throughout high school- however I think it’s worth mentioning that both grades were improved upon retaking. I feel that this shows my work ethic and how much I care about actually taking the time to learn material I may or may not have missed the first time.
In addition, I am taking 4 college classes this semester so that I can work the second half of my day (saving money for college).
I have 3 recommendation letters, one being from my counselor, and two being from past teachers.
As far as my essays, they are pretty solid. In my opinion, my essays and my letters of recommendation were the strongest part of my application.
Here are my extracurriculars. Many of them I participated in because they are applicable to my passion for Governenment, and my plan to major in Political Science.
- Friends and I directed an event to take place at The Eman School, and we welcomed 84 people to join in a multicultural pitch-in and discussion. (Grade 12)
- Riley Dane Marathon(grades 10-11): I was one of a group of students who arranged a Riley Dance Marathon, a school dancing event that raised $59,060.77 in 2017 and $46,021.85 in 2016.
- State Republican Party Volunteer(grade 12): Worked at the State Fair on behalf of the Republican Party. I talked to people of different ages about defining and challenging conservatism.
- Shadow at the State Health Department(grades 9-10): I shadowed an Epidemiologist, and I filed data concerning my state's HIV epidemic. This inspired me to get lawmakers' attention through social media.
- Student Missionary(grades 9-12): Each summer my Youth Group and I go on a 2 week trip to an impoverished community. We've worked to rebuild homes after tragedy in Joplin, Jamaica, and Haiti.
- I have attended 5 City Hall meetings to support SAVE the TRAIN, to protect the historic Nickel Plate Railroad. (Grade 11)
- Meal Preparer for the Ronald McDonald House(grades 9-12): I am left in charge of preparing food and keeping the kitchen clean for the Ronald McDonald House. Residents are child cancer patients and their families.
- Best Buddies(grades 11-12) I was assigned a disabled student to aid both in and out of school. I helped him finish his classes with all A's, and we are still great friends.
- Server at a Retirement Community(work grades 11-12): I take residents' orders, bring out their meal, then buss tables and clean them; we also sweep the dining hall, mop the kitchen, and reset the tables
- Barista(work grades 9-10): I maintained the dishwashing upkeep, cordially interacted with the customers, memorized the various recipes, and also arranged the lobby for events.
Now that I have applied and been waitlisted, what can I do to increase my chances of being accepted from Trinity’s waitlist, and how is it looking for me? This was the first college decision I’ve received, so, as you may assume, it was a bit discouraging. However, I am thankful, at least, that I was waitlisted. If anyone could give me advice on what I should do to maximize my chances, I would really appreciate it.
Thanks!