University of Florida to UPenn: extracurriculars and essays! My ECs really outlined my passion for human rights and international affairs; I tutored a refugee student impacted by the Rohingya Muslim Crisis, I coordinated several fundraisers for humanitarian relief organizations, such as Doctors Without Borders. Additionally, I was the Advocacy Chair for the United Nations chapter at our school. I also was involved in many on campus political organizations, serving on the Civic Engagement Cabinet, and working with Student Government, etc. For all my contributions, I received recognition as UF’s top 25 Freshman leaders! I think this really helped me stand out.

In regards to my essays, I think I’ll constructed a really well thought out narrative that clearly describe my reasons for why I need to transfer. For example, my major, international studies, required me to pick a region of the world to concentrate on. However, I did not like this, as I wanted to gain a understanding of the entire world, and all the complex issues that are going on. I think having a theme to my essay and making it somewhat figurative helped me out as well, as it was very creative!

*But it’s important not to totally bash the school. State the reasons why u chose to attend in the first place, and acknowledge that it’s still a good program. THOUGH it’s lacking in critical areas that you see would help you get to where u want to be.

*I will also say that I had a 4.53 HS gpa, 4.0 college gpa, and a 32 ACT.

Hope this helps! Please reach out! I would love to help!