The University of Connecticut

“UConn was my safety school I applied with myDec 08 2010Other
UConn was my safety school I applied with my generic essay like a couple weeks before it was due and got the acceptance package a couple weeks later (sooner than some of my classmates...weird). I got into all the schools I applied for but chose UConn because it was the cheapest and that year 2000 both the men and women's basketball teams won the NCAA championships so that also helped me decide to go.
Female

“Wrote a qualityJan 28 2010Psychology
Wrote a quality essay, lots of extra curricular highschool activities.
Male

“I had a resume that included involvement in highMar 22 2009Other
I had a resume that included involvement in high school clubs, a part-time, year round job, and also consistent community service involvement over my four years at high school.

I also spent a good chunk of my summer before my senior year working on my essay, because I was told that it's a huge part of the selection process.
SAT: 1800 Female

“In state- Make sure to get about an 1150Nov 29 2006Finance
In state- Make sure to get about an 1150 on the SAT, moderately high GPA, and apply VERY early. With UConn, applying early really helps. Make sure to show them how badly you want to come here. Write a terrific essays, have great letters of recommendation, and show off your extracurricular activities.

“Great GPA 3Oct 20 2004Nursing
Great GPA 3.6 decent SATS, good essay, good letter of rec
SAT: 1180 Female