Schools: I am applying to Private Prep Schools such as Exeter, Andover, Hill, Deerfield, and some others. (Basically most of the schools in TSAO with the addition of Groton and Middlesex.)
I am currently in 9th grade, and I am applying for 10th grade admission for 2025-2026.
Coursework:
- I took Accelerated Math for the last 3 years, currently taking Algebra 2 w/ Trig.
- I am currently taking all honors classes including AP Computer Science.
- I have mostly A+ grades with the exception of a few classes. (Calculated GPA ≈ 4.5)
- Currently taking Spanish III.
SSAT: I am taking this in November. I have taken full-length practice tests and have much work to do, but a pattern I find is that I do best in the math sections.
Awards:
- Multiple awards in Science Olympiad.
- Scored “Superior” in my last two piano festivals.
Extracurriculars:
Some of the clubs I am part of are:
- Model UN
- Robotics - Programming
- Marching Band - Snare
- Academic Decathlon
- Science Olympiad
- YMCA Youth and Government (Legislative Branch)
- Indoor Drum-line
- Community Youth Alliance in my town
Some of my interests and hobbies outside of school clubs include:
- Piano for 8+ years
- Aviation
- Programming
- Photography
- Music Composition
Other:
- I’ve visited many of these schools already and am planning to visit all.
- The backstory behind why I am applying has a lot to do with a trip I took with my father to North Carolina, in which he participated as a judge in the USAYPT (USA Young Physicist Tournament) world championship. During this trip, I had the chance to see the incredible work students from these schools are involved in. This inspired me to look into some of these schools because I wanted to be surrounded by people like the ones at USAYPT, as they enrich the learning environment and would contribute positively to my development as a student.
- I am almost fluent in Russian.
- My family is from countries of the former Soviet Union including Armenia, Russia, and Ukraine.
Please do not hold back punches in the comments. I want to hear the truth about my chances.