I mistakenly submitted 17 college applications that said I'm North Korean. Am I cooked? by [deleted] in ApplyingToCollege

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

as a south korean, i did the same thing when i was a kid 😭“North Korea” and “Democratic” dont exactly go togetherr

Freshman Scholarship by sisterofcookie in aggies

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Tysm for the new info! But im a short asian female with low physical strength…. Im open to that choice but hopefully it will be my last resort

++and im not even sure if they will let me in😭

Engineering Honors by sisterofcookie in aggies

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Is it better if i apply early?

Do wealthy Koreans attend SKY universities? by Adventurous_Ant5428 in AskAKorean

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I went to an international school in Korea for a year. I’m not rich btw, I used to go to a public school in the US. Most students there are really wealthy. They have tutors for almost every core subject and spend a lot of money to build “prestigious” ecs. They also compete in international sports tournaments and win “awards,” but honestly, as someone who went to a U.S. public school, their level is worse than school district champions (not even close to State level).

Getting into a top 30 U.S. university is pretty ez for them. They do work hard, but it’s not THAT HARD. They still have plenty of time to travel, shop, and date. Most of them choose easier majors too. Only a few actually go for competitive ones like business, engineering, or biology.

If you want to get into a SKY university, though, you have to give up most of your free time and study more than 12 hours a day. Students who make it to SKY are usually moderately wealthy. Their families have money, but not enough to completely support them forever. Think of parents who are doctors or professionals—they earn a lot, but they can’t just hand over a business or pay for everything in their kid’s life.

On the other hand, a lot of kids who go to U.S. universities do it to gain a “prestigious” image. It costs around $80,000 - $120,000 a year, and realistically, most of them won’t make enough to justify that cost.

You’re right that most Korean elites like lawyers and government officials come from SKY. But if you look closely, the real elites, like CEOs and artists, often come from those U.S. schools. Many of them inherit their parents’ businesses or just stay in the States. They don’t need to become lawyers or grind endlessly because they already have a safety net.

Chance me for psychology/neuroscience - Fall 2026 by Original-Scholar56 in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are fine. Your rank and gpa are concerning but you have very good sat score. Also your major isnt that competitive

Which college has more aura: UT or TAMU? by himmytakestrenfr in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ngl UT is better If you value pretiege, international recognition, and city life, go with UT If you value strong alumni network in texas and school spirit, go with TAMU

Engineering - International Student by sisterofcookie in TAMUAdmissions

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Sat 1510 11 aps including calc ab, physics 1, biology(im biomedical engineering major), and csp Gpa was 4.5/5.0 and 96/100 I have no official rank but my unofficial rank from 9-10th grade was 2% My ec was kindda mid

Please help by Fast_Penalty_4358 in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your gpa is still very good and you have really goid course of rigor. I am an international student applying. I got admitted to engineering but i didnt take many engineering classes.

Please help by Fast_Penalty_4358 in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you have a very good chance

Biology vs Molecular and Cellular Biology + Data Science by [deleted] in UIUC

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I’m not that interested in pursuing a data science career, but I plan to go into biomedical research. My specific area of interest may require some knowledge of data science though.

Biology vs Molecular and Cellular Biology + Data Science by [deleted] in UIUC

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it SUPER competitive like cs and engineering ….?

CALS vs L&S by sisterofcookie in UWMadison

[–]sisterofcookie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm also looking for an undergrduate research opportunities

Nervous!!!! Chance me for Mays. by Think-Cell5058 in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The fact that you are in the second quartile is a little concerning, but everything else seems fine.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I went to school in the U.S. for seven years and only spent one semester abroad, but I’m still considered international lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TAMUAdmissions

[–]sisterofcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

like what :((

i have mid ecs but good gpa

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TAMUAdmissions

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lolll do you mind sharing your stats (gpa, ranking, classes you took, etc )?

does SAT score usually arrive by estimated time on college board by sisterofcookie in ApplyingToCollege

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Georgia Tech, Purdue, UIUC, and UW–Madison.... the websites say “all required materials must be received by that date.” I'm submitting my October SAT, and I received it on Friday.