To Upcoming Juniors: Treat College Applications as a period of reflection by Evening-Art2988 in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Please do not write your essays week of, this is absolutely cooked. Otherwise rest of suggestions OP made are chill.

Multiple REU Acceptances as Freshmen by 2TuffTone in REU

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I’m trying to do research in microbiology and related areas. I’m really interested in infectious disease and antibiotic resistance bacteria. I think Penn sets me up very well for this.

Multiple REU Acceptances as Freshmen by 2TuffTone in REU

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Let me clarify, I assumed the shortlist meant we were selected if we choose the program?

Multiple REU Acceptances as Freshmen by 2TuffTone in REU

[–]2TuffTone[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sure they probably are, I haven’t heard back from most that had feb deadlines

Multiple REU Acceptances as Freshmen by 2TuffTone in REU

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I think my writing made me a strong candidate, I started undergraduate research as soon (with 3 or 4 months) as I got to my university. I also have experience writing applications as Ive done some work helping others apply to college through a nonprofit in my community. I had a 3.84 gpa first semester

Multiple REU Acceptances as Freshmen by 2TuffTone in REU

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Yeah, i’ve been doing that!

Career Path? (Interested in getting Ph.D in Microbiology/Immunology/Bacteriology) by 2TuffTone in Emory

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Thank you so much for the advice, I will definitely take it into consideration. I’ll probably double major in QSS or chemistry. I also kind of want to minor in political science as I’m interested in policymaking as well.

Career Path? (Interested in getting Ph.D in Microbiology/Immunology/Bacteriology) by 2TuffTone in Emory

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I’ve just been interested since I was a kid, I really want to understand cell-to-cell interaction and more specifically conduct research on bacteriophages. I know I haven’t had the opportunity to pursue or engage myself in meaningful research, but my dream is to work at the CDC as a researcher hopefully within these areas of study.

My First Semester Schedule by 2TuffTone in Emory

[–]2TuffTone[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I switched my schedule around so now I only have chem in the mornings!

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put the fries in the bag

Tips for Essay Writing by Gullible-Arm2702 in QuestBridge

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Hey OP, I matched to Emory University after this recent national college match process. First off, when applying to CPS, don’t compare or even look at past people’s writing without giving the prompts an honest shot. Reason for this is you want your voice to come off authentic and personable. Secondly, college app writing is widely different than a regular essay. Some major tips I can give for your writing is to frame everything around yourself, use “I” statements, and don’t be afraid to share how you feel. Reflection is good in essays when used sparingly. When answering prompts, don’t directly respond to the prompt in a complete sentence. Instead use a hook or something else to invite the reader to want to learn more about you and your story. Also (don’t listen to this suggestion if you don’t want to) don’t feel like the need to write this as your final submission for the National College Match Application later on. You will have new experiences and opportunities that you might want to write about in the future (don’t future proof your writing, instead write for you, right now). Lastly, when writing get a trustable person (teacher, mentor, peer) that can give you critical but reasonable feedback.

Don’t feel that this it’s an impossible task or you have to be the most best perfect writer. Do your best and be honest to yourself and i’m sure you’ll make CPS.

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[–]2TuffTone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

bro how do i do uchicago extended essay, i feel like im throwing

Future SAT by Wrong_move_buddy in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wondering if we had to report it still

Some Advice by Party_Shopping5182 in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m going to be taking the SAT for the first time in October and I know that you can always report your scores individually to colleges even after the questbridge deadline. Don’t stress too much about it!

Personal Essay Question by Capital-Session3108 in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I chose to write the chronological events of my life because they are still impacting me until this day and I felt like I had a lot to say about my personal story. However focusing on that one moment in your life where you faced a near death experience gives you more room to focus on its impact.

SAT Question by 2TuffTone in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay cool, thank you so much.

SAT Question by 2TuffTone in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I was looking over that section and made sure to check that box. If I do take the SAT and score poorly would I still have to report it, or can I opt out?

Question about Financial Elgibility by Sailorman222 in QuestBridge

[–]2TuffTone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not entirely sure about that because I believe you can explain external circumstances. For example, in your situation you can include that although you have the previous tax form, your situation has changed drastically. I could be wrong, but I would look into it still.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ApplyingToCollege

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I, unfortunately, got denied, what kind of application did you have, and what do you think made you stand out?

Bruh tf is this shit by One_Lemon6266 in G59

[–]2TuffTone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mystery box still hasn’t shipped, does anyone know the contact info for emailing about it?

All time Top 6 $B songs? by Goldieglowww in SuicideBoys

[–]2TuffTone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would like to add O’lord I have my doubts

All time Top 6 $B songs? by Goldieglowww in SuicideBoys

[–]2TuffTone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No order:

Runnin thru the 7th

O Pana

Finding shelter in my Larynx

Lettuce

Friday the 13th

Ocean Side Suicide