Universities in the US utilize a holistic review process and want to provide every candidate with opportunities to highlight academics, extracurricular activities, commitment to serving others, etc. US universities evaluate a student’s candidacy based on some or all of the following:
- Academic Profile: GPA, class ranking, course rigor
- Standardized Test Scores: SAT/SAT II/ACT
- Writing Ability: Essays, Short Answers with Obvious Voice, Character and Passion
- Extracurricular Activities: Sustained Club Membership, Athletics, Student Leadership Positions, Visual & Performing Arts
- External Activities: Community Service, Work, Internship(s)
- Commitment & Motivation: “Why Us” Question, Early Application
- School Letters of Recommendation
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