<p>GWU is one of my top schools at the moment, possibly my number 1, so any advice or comments would be a great help. </p>
<p>BASICS
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
School Type: Private (rigorous college prep curriculum)
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Additional Background: First generation college student</p>
<p>ACADEMICS
GPA: 3.59 UW, 3.62 W
Academic Courses: 4 math, 4 English, 4 lab sciences, 3 foreign language, 4 social studies, 4 religion. Plus a variety of academic electives, as well as other state requirements. I’ll graduate with a total of 33 credits.
AP classes: AP Lit, AP Gov. I’ve also had a scattering of honors classes.
SAT: I haven’t taken them yet, but I plan to in May and June. I’m also probably taking a couple subject tests in the fall.
Circumstances Affecting Academics: Ever since starting high school, my life has basically been one bad event after another. I’ve been battling ongoing medical problems since freshman year, all while coping with a rather difficult family situation. Under normal circumstances, I’m a staight-A student…these past few years have just really taken a toll on me. My counselor is going to write a note explaining that. </p>
<p>ECs and Resume Padding
ECs: Equestrian Riding (9, 10, 11, 12). Key Club - resulting in 100 hours of community service (11, 12). Weekly Golf Lessons - along with recreational play (11, 12).
Work Experience: I work part-time at my dad’s company during the summer (10, 11, 12).
Other: I’m the Editor-In-Chief of the school newspaper, and have won journalistic awards. </p>
<p>Thoughts?</p>