The University of Southern California

“Worked hard, focused on the goal and raised myAug 19 2005Telecommunications
Worked hard, focused on the goal and raised my scores to their satisfaction.
Male

“To get in try to stand out on yourApr 03 2005Economics
To get in try to stand out on your application, there are many people that apply with high SAT scores and GPA
SAT: 1400 Male

“I took theJan 03 2005Architecture
I took the SAT's and ACT's (though they accept either/or), submitted transcripts, and a portfolio. For those applying to architecture- 1)don't worry too much about the portfolio. Just show that you've got talent. They don't expect there to be a lot of skill there yet- that's what you're coming to college to learn. And visit the campus!
ACT: 32 SAT: 1360 Female

“I did quite well on myNov 07 2004Other
I did quite well on my SAT's. I was Salutatorian of my second high school, with a weighted GPA of about 4.1. I only took 3 AP classes, but I passed the AP Bio test with a 4 on my own. I participated in anything that interested me in high school: Varsity Mock Trial, Varsity Science Olympiad, Students of Support, National Honor Society, International Thespian Association, JV Swimming, etc. etc. etc.

I became friends with my favorite teachers, and from them, I got some of the most heartwarming recommendations. My Organic and Biochem teacher and I were on the verge of tears when we read through his recommendation for me my senior year. Establishing good relationships with your teachers and the administrative staff can only help you.

I had a diverse conglomerate of friends. I tried to be friends with someone from every group...which was pretty easy, since I just became friends with whoever I liked and didn't pay attention to the "social consequences." It was interesting being the only chinese person in my entire class of 400, but it kept me unique, I support :D.

I performed in several plays in my junior and senior years of high school. I worked and worked on my entrance essays and did well on them. I guess...extracurriculars are so important. I think what helped me to get into the university were my grades, scores and essays. But what gave me my scholarship was the amount of extracurriculars I participated in, and that I worked part-time during school and full-time during the summer running my mother's restaurant.
SAT: 1460 Female

“My grades were spectacular in high school, I wasAug 27 2004Computer Engineering
My grades were spectacular in high school, I was an athlete, and I was hyper-involved in extracurricular activities. I published a local newspaper and was politically involved. Certainly, I was not an average student, but I think that the underlying message was that I was balanced: USC is big on balance.

And do well on your SATs.
SAT: 1460 Male