Brown University
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Tips mention: Interview (4), ACT/SAT (20), Grades (30), Sports/Extracurriculars (18), College Essay (24)“Major accomplishments like published work or patents helpJul 06 2004Computer Science
Major accomplishments like published work or patents help.
Major accomplishments like published work or patents help.
Most of my friends at Brown really got into their application essay. Put your heart into it and be honest. This is not one where bullshit will take you very far.
SAT: 1350 Female
“I got a letter from an administration official sayingSep 03 2003Physics
I got a letter from an administration official saying he loved my essay, so I guess that helped. I don't really know.
SAT: 1450 Male
I got a letter from an administration official saying he loved my essay, so I guess that helped. I don't really know.
SAT: 1450 Male
“On my application, I presented myself as honestly asAug 19 2003Undecided
On my application, I presented myself as honestly as possible. I ignored tips on essay-writing and how to market myself, choosing instead to convey that I am passionate about a variety of things, that I have a number of faults, and that I don't have it all figured out just yet. My numbers (GPA, SAT I, SAT II, etc.) put me in the running, but I believe my carefully crafted essay and my chance discussion with the area admissions director helped demonstrate my thirst for knowledge and my interest in Brown. My recommenders (guidance counselor, social science teacher, natural science teacher) all knew me well - in different ways. This allowed the admissions committee to get a clearer picture of the traits that made me a strong candidate.
On my application, I presented myself as honestly as possible. I ignored tips on essay-writing and how to market myself, choosing instead to convey that I am passionate about a variety of things, that I have a number of faults, and that I don't have it all figured out just yet. My numbers (GPA, SAT I, SAT II, etc.) put me in the running, but I believe my carefully crafted essay and my chance discussion with the area admissions director helped demonstrate my thirst for knowledge and my interest in Brown. My recommenders (guidance counselor, social science teacher, natural science teacher) all knew me well - in different ways. This allowed the admissions committee to get a clearer picture of the traits that made me a strong candidate.
No single accomplishment or characteristic made me an extremely desirable applicant. The enthusiasm I demonstrated through my extracurricular activities, essay, and interview still compelled the admissions committee to admit me, though. In my experience with the school, I've found that Brown is especially concerned with personal qualities and appreciates sincerity in an applicant. I wish you the best of luck.
SAT: 1530 Male
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SAT: 1500 Female