What college did you eventually commit to? on top of that what extracurriculars did you take, did you take any internships, how many AP's did you take, what was your GPA (W and UW), and what was your SAT and ACT? sorry for asking so many questions, I am just trying to get a sort of baseline for me, and what things I should do throughout the rest of my high school career, I am currently a sophomore. Also congratulations on getting into Berkley! Thank you!
Thank you so much! Totally understand. That was me almost a year ago, too. These are all valid questions!!! I appreciate your questions and concerns. I eventually committed to one of the schools in CA (which I will not reveal until hopefully a next video 👀). I will also be doing another video on stats, extracurriculars, and the classes that I took simultenusoly during high school soon. But to give you a brief gist of it, I did not partake in any internships nor take too many AP Classes (not until my Junior year). I believe I took a total of 6 AP Classes between Junior (2) and Senior year (4). My Unweighted GPA was a 4.0 and my Weighted GPA was around a 4.5 - 4.6. My main extracurriculars were being apart of ASB and my Boys Volleyball Team throughout my entire HS career. I also worked during HS. My quick tips and advice as a Sophomore are to... 1) get involved in whatever it is at school - create new friendships, get to know your teachers, join clubs, etc and see what perfectly fits you! 2) take as many challenging classes as you can (Honors, AP's), while also maintaining a balance of good grades at the same time 3) partake in community service projects or get involved in some sort of volunteering event throughout HS 4) maintain a great relationship with ALL OF YOUR TEACHERS from now until senior year (or when you apply to college). be a great student, participate, get on top of your work, etc. you never know when you will need to come back to any of your teachers (even from freshman year) and ask them for a letter of recommendation (for college applications). it is important you maintain that stature and your personal connection with friends/teachers because it will pay off lots in the end. that''s just a short bit of it. hope that helps! good luck with everything :)
Congratulations! I'm a French student studying medicine at La Sorbonne and I really liked your video and your enthusiasm. I hope you'll be happy with your studies! What do you want to do after your studies?
Hi Adam! Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm not too incredibly sure just yet. I intend on studying Business Administration, with an emphasis in numerous fields/subjects hopefully. I'm open to all options and possibilities. Congrats on studying Medicine at La Sorbonne!!! I commend you on choosing a pathway and career that will touch the lives of many.
I'm sure CalState Fresno is a great school with tons of programs to offer. If you are interested and willing to go there, give it a shot!!! For me, my philosophy going into college applications were to just apply to schools I would ACTUALLY want to attend and feel comfortable going to. Again, keep in mind that applying to schools does cost money (except for special circumstances, i.e waivers, financial aid, etc.). I did not do much research on all the Cal States because 1) I found other schools that suited my options and career pathways better and 2) I only knew of certain Cal States around me that I knew had my program. I am sure Cal State Fresno would love to have and accept you into their school, if you do decide to go there! Good luck with everything! :)
Feeling absolutely hopeless about getting in to a decent school. You think I can make pitt or michigan with a 3.9 weighted, Ib diploma and not declare ACT?
@@snappyturtle1018 Those ECs don't look bad. I don't think they are the only activities you have participated in which is not part of your academics. You can record relevant activities like a summer job, responsibilities to your family. A volunteer then is as well relevant or a skill that you believe can pass for an ec. Codin, writing etc. It matters how you describe them, a quantifiable manner ( as a wrestling team captain how many people did you preside over, any touching story during your term, trophies, memebership etc.) An IB diploma is a very competitive course so with a good essay you can get it. All the best
Absolutely! There is always a chance. Every school takes into account so MANY various, yet different things into the application process. With what you have, I definitely think you have a good chance to get accepted. Remember, the college application is holistic. They take into account not just grades, but also extracurriculars, classes you took, essays, how you did in terms of your class/school, etc (the list goes on!). IB is a GREAT thing to have on your application. I wish I had it at my school. I did not take ACT, but I did take the SAT, yet did not self-report my score. And that is totally okay if you don't!!! Hopefully with the other things in your application and resume, it will be able to complement as standouts to the colleges. Hope that helps! I am expecting to release another video in regards to my extracurriculars, stats, classes, etc. Let me know if you have any questions and I would love to include it possibly into the next video!
GPA Unweighted: 4.0 GPA Weighted: 4.5 - 4.6 SAT: If I remember correctly, 1200??? I don't quite remember since I only took it once (Junior year). I did not self-report my SAT Score ACT: Didn't take Hope this helps! I am expecting to release another video in regards to my extracurriculars, stats, classes, etc. Let me know if you have any questions and I would love to include it possibly into the next video!
I applied to most of the schools under Computer Science, while others Business Administration. I mostly got rejected to the ones where I applied for Computer Science, but again those were top private / Ivy League schools that rejected me as well (to keep into consideration)
That makes sense. Im applying as a cs major this year and it’s pretty stressful knowing how competitive cs programs have gotten. But I’d rather pursue a major I enjoy than something else just because cs is competitive.
I applied to most of the schools under Computer Science, while others I applied under Business Administration. I mostly got rejected to the ones where I applied for Computer Science, but again those were top private / Ivy League schools that rejected me as well (to keep into consideration)
Fortunately, I only had to pay for 6 total schools -- Cal States (2) & UC's (4). The rest I received a special waiver for all of the private and ivy schools that I applied through CommonApp!
As a '24 who just submitted all my apps (last one sent yesterday RAHHH) im spam watching these videos to like build up my confidence for what i get :)
Where ya got accepted to?
Finished three of my college applications (safeties): Auburn, Clemson, and Georgia State University.
19 more to go! 😅
That's awesome! Keep up the hard work. It is always extremely satisfying to check one off the list. Good luck & hope you get into great schools!
What college did you eventually commit to? on top of that what extracurriculars did you take, did you take any internships, how many AP's did you take, what was your GPA (W and UW), and what was your SAT and ACT? sorry for asking so many questions, I am just trying to get a sort of baseline for me, and what things I should do throughout the rest of my high school career, I am currently a sophomore. Also congratulations on getting into Berkley! Thank you!
Thank you so much! Totally understand. That was me almost a year ago, too. These are all valid questions!!! I appreciate your questions and concerns.
I eventually committed to one of the schools in CA (which I will not reveal until hopefully a next video 👀). I will also be doing another video on stats, extracurriculars, and the classes that I took simultenusoly during high school soon.
But to give you a brief gist of it, I did not partake in any internships nor take too many AP Classes (not until my Junior year). I believe I took a total of 6 AP Classes between Junior (2) and Senior year (4). My Unweighted GPA was a 4.0 and my Weighted GPA was around a 4.5 - 4.6. My main extracurriculars were being apart of ASB and my Boys Volleyball Team throughout my entire HS career. I also worked during HS.
My quick tips and advice as a Sophomore are to...
1) get involved in whatever it is at school - create new friendships, get to know your teachers, join clubs, etc and see what perfectly fits you!
2) take as many challenging classes as you can (Honors, AP's), while also maintaining a balance of good grades at the same time
3) partake in community service projects or get involved in some sort of volunteering event throughout HS
4) maintain a great relationship with ALL OF YOUR TEACHERS from now until senior year (or when you apply to college). be a great student, participate, get on top of your work, etc. you never know when you will need to come back to any of your teachers (even from freshman year) and ask them for a letter of recommendation (for college applications). it is important you maintain that stature and your personal connection with friends/teachers because it will pay off lots in the end.
that''s just a short bit of it. hope that helps! good luck with everything :)
@@johnn.nnguyen thank you so much, I appreciate it!
Love you attitude! Congrats on Berkeley and you are a star!!!
Congratulations! I'm a French student studying medicine at La Sorbonne and I really liked your video and your enthusiasm. I hope you'll be happy with your studies!
What do you want to do after your studies?
Hi Adam! Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm not too incredibly sure just yet. I intend on studying Business Administration, with an emphasis in numerous fields/subjects hopefully. I'm open to all options and possibilities.
Congrats on studying Medicine at La Sorbonne!!! I commend you on choosing a pathway and career that will touch the lives of many.
Not me also said yessss and clapped my hands when he got accepted ⛄️⛄️⛄️
hope you attend somewhere you would enjoy! its still a great achievement, do you mind describing some of your ecs if thats okay?
Congratulations
When the dogs didn't come up on Yale, I knew you didn't get in. But congrats on getting into Berkly
Congratulations!
Can you make a video on your stats, honors, ECs
Full stats video please 🙏🙏🙏
What was your GPA to get into these schools?
Unweighted: 4.0
Weighted 4.5 - 4.6
Hope that helps!
Suggestions for transfer my kid gor acared n didnt apply to Berkeley whats r the chances foe transfer pls share your wxp n details
What major did u apply to Berkeley for (alternate major as well)?
Please do stats
And where are you attending?
That is a mystery... until hopefully a next video :)
Hint: In California!
Are they all scholarships?
What about cal State Fresno 🤔🤔🤔
I'm sure CalState Fresno is a great school with tons of programs to offer. If you are interested and willing to go there, give it a shot!!! For me, my philosophy going into college applications were to just apply to schools I would ACTUALLY want to attend and feel comfortable going to. Again, keep in mind that applying to schools does cost money (except for special circumstances, i.e waivers, financial aid, etc.). I did not do much research on all the Cal States because 1) I found other schools that suited my options and career pathways better and 2) I only knew of certain Cal States around me that I knew had my program. I am sure Cal State Fresno would love to have and accept you into their school, if you do decide to go there!
Good luck with everything! :)
Feeling absolutely hopeless about getting in to a decent school. You think I can make pitt or michigan with a 3.9 weighted, Ib diploma and not declare ACT?
if you have ecs
@@chaelee7025 Eagle Scout, Wrestling Team Captain and habitat for humanity builds. Will that be enough?
@@snappyturtle1018 Those ECs don't look bad. I don't think they are the only activities you have participated in which is not part of your academics. You can record relevant activities like a summer job, responsibilities to your family. A volunteer then is as well relevant or a skill that you believe can pass for an ec. Codin, writing etc. It matters how you describe them, a quantifiable manner ( as a wrestling team captain how many people did you preside over, any touching story during your term, trophies, memebership etc.) An IB diploma is a very competitive course so with a good essay you can get it. All the best
@@Darkjnr5 Thanks! Totally forgot about home stuff like building computers and playing the piano lol. The stress is real.
Absolutely! There is always a chance. Every school takes into account so MANY various, yet different things into the application process. With what you have, I definitely think you have a good chance to get accepted. Remember, the college application is holistic. They take into account not just grades, but also extracurriculars, classes you took, essays, how you did in terms of your class/school, etc (the list goes on!). IB is a GREAT thing to have on your application. I wish I had it at my school.
I did not take ACT, but I did take the SAT, yet did not self-report my score. And that is totally okay if you don't!!! Hopefully with the other things in your application and resume, it will be able to complement as standouts to the colleges.
Hope that helps! I am expecting to release another video in regards to my extracurriculars, stats, classes, etc. Let me know if you have any questions and I would love to include it possibly into the next video!
gpa and sat/act?
GPA Unweighted: 4.0
GPA Weighted: 4.5 - 4.6
SAT: If I remember correctly, 1200??? I don't quite remember since I only took it once (Junior year). I did not self-report my SAT Score
ACT: Didn't take
Hope this helps! I am expecting to release another video in regards to my extracurriculars, stats, classes, etc. Let me know if you have any questions and I would love to include it possibly into the next video!
What were your ecs?@@johnn.nnguyen
What was ur major
I applied to most of the schools under Computer Science, while others Business Administration. I mostly got rejected to the ones where I applied for Computer Science, but again those were top private / Ivy League schools that rejected me as well (to keep into consideration)
That makes sense. Im applying as a cs major this year and it’s pretty stressful knowing how competitive cs programs have gotten. But I’d rather pursue a major I enjoy than something else just because cs is competitive.
Gpa?
Unweighted: 4.0
Weighted 4.5 - 4.6
Hope that helps!
what major?
I applied to most of the schools under Computer Science, while others I applied under Business Administration. I mostly got rejected to the ones where I applied for Computer Science, but again those were top private / Ivy League schools that rejected me as well (to keep into consideration)
@@johnn.nnguyendid you get in LONG BEACH and FULLERTON for comp sci?
Do you have to pay for each application?
Fortunately, I only had to pay for 6 total schools -- Cal States (2) & UC's (4). The rest I received a special waiver for all of the private and ivy schools that I applied through CommonApp!
@@johnn.nnguyen thanks for the reply! My child isn't there yet but I imagine (and pray) to get there :)
Depression is more like it… hahahaa