| Hm. I posted this on another thread, but here is what I wrote:
"You guys will be surprised. I applied with a 3.4 GPA, though there is a very, VERY distinct positive trend since my freshman year. I'm involved in various organizations on campus (mostly those that focus on getting into medical school), and I've had continuous research experience at a cancer center since my freshman year. I also participated in two quarter-long workshops aimed at building leadership, confidence, public speaking, etc. Though, I think that my essays were what got me in. I had my friend proof-read them and he was basically blown away.
Anyway, I just hope that I serve as some sort of an example to show that you don't need an insane GPA to get into UCLA! Show them that you're a hard worker, not only in academics but in extra curricular activities as well, be honest and open in your essays, and you'll get in." | 
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