HOW I GOT INTO UPENN | my stats & in-depth tips for ivy applicants 2020

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  • @soybeans9309
    @soybeans9309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    omg i'm half venezuelan, half japanese AND my dream is to major in nursing AND upenn is the school i'm aiming for AND getting the opportunity to go back to Venezuela and work at the front lines is my DREAM
    please continue making upenn related videos,, sending love and support

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      aw thank you so much! and wowwww so many similarities :^)

  • @EduardoAndrade-z2x
    @EduardoAndrade-z2x 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your videos for applications like this one were of great GREAT help to me. Now to wait for the results and thank you very much, keep going!!!

  • @sunybunnyaj3334
    @sunybunnyaj3334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Loved it! Could you make a "Reading my Essays" video if they're not too personal?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      glad it helped!! i’ll try to get that video up when i can! :)

    • @Jess-ct4ui
      @Jess-ct4ui 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@anamseo2 would love to hear it as well!!

  • @fatimaalharmodi6012
    @fatimaalharmodi6012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    thank you this video will help me alot and vlog arround the campus when you get in, i wish you all the best ♥️

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so happy this video helped you! I will do my best to film around when we go on campus :) thank you for your support!

  • @fentz5789
    @fentz5789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    i love this video. i’m trying major in marketing or the business area and i’m in ninth grade. even though you are studying a different major than the major in aiming for, this video will help me a lot.

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so glad it helped :)

    • @yatityagi2702
      @yatityagi2702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hey!! i am in 8th i am also trying to major in marketing...can you tell me what are your extracurriculars?

  • @thisisntmyhandle
    @thisisntmyhandle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I’m in 8th grade, and I hope I can follow in your footsteps. Congrats :)

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      aw i’m so touched ☺️ you got this! you still got a long way to go but don’t get discouraged along the way :) ❤️

    • @thisisntmyhandle
      @thisisntmyhandle 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anamseo2 😊

    • @jiminsuga3228
      @jiminsuga3228 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope to get into UPenn too and I’m only in 8th grade. Hopefully we get there

    • @blessing5303
      @blessing5303 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jiminsuga3228 same, right now i’m choosing my classes for 9th grade currently and i’m stressing if i should go for taking AP US history 😭😭

  • @jacksonk7472
    @jacksonk7472 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    hello- this was a really informative video! thank you so much. how did you apply for the presidential volunteer award?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi! I'm glad the video was helpful! you have to find a certifying volunteering group or organization that is willing to give you a presidential award. you can visit the website for more information! www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/for-volunteers
      hope this helps!

  • @EmmaBloomers
    @EmmaBloomers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I’m a junior this year, and UPenn is my dream school. I have been in 8 extracurriculares every year and the lowest grade I’ve had on a semester report card in high school is a B and my GPA is about a 4.4. Do you think I would have any shot at getting in? I’m so terrified

    • @aileennauman8163
      @aileennauman8163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you? :)

    • @EmmaBloomers
      @EmmaBloomers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@aileennauman8163 No unfortunately :(, I didn’t get into any of my top schools which sucks

    • @aileennauman8163
      @aileennauman8163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EmmaBloomers aw I’m sorry to hear that. I’m sure you deserved it!

    • @EmmaBloomers
      @EmmaBloomers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@aileennauman8163 thanks, I think I did too it’s just this year was sooo hard for some reason

    • @aileennauman8163
      @aileennauman8163 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EmmaBloomers I get you 😭

  • @ianlee627
    @ianlee627 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the video, Where in your college apps did you list your certificates?

  • @hazelhe698
    @hazelhe698 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ooooh I am nearly in the same condition lol nursing and Upenn as my ED choice, also 34 in ACT (superscore 35) 7 APs . Hopefully I could be admitted as you did

    • @cabori
      @cabori 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      did you?

  • @Angela-mw4ys
    @Angela-mw4ys 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for making this video! Did you take any subject tests? If you did, which ones did you take? I do not know which ones to take haha.

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I'm glad it was helpful. I only took the Spanish subject test and the Math 2 test. If you want to go into nursing school, I would honestly recommend taking bio or chem but I was too late into my decision of going into nursing, so I didn't. Hope this helps!

    • @Angela-mw4ys
      @Angela-mw4ys 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anamseo2 thank you so much! appreciate your help!

  • @christina8598
    @christina8598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    congrats!

  • @KD-CD
    @KD-CD 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nobody told me their is a APES I would've took it. I love ES

  • @joycechiara1492
    @joycechiara1492 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a full IB Diploma student, do you think I have a better chance than others that take AP classes

    • @emmafisk2535
      @emmafisk2535 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      THIS i always feel like ib is more work and less reward

  • @Dollakas
    @Dollakas 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got an seat 🍿
    I like your editing style
    Nice disclaimer
    Whoa that's impressive
    I suck at word problems²
    Social Justice 💯 ✊🏾
    Healthcare is a good field
    The essays really do mean a lot when applying for college
    "Great Advice" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
    Until next time.....
    Stay Awesome
    👻

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      omg this is so nice of you! thank you very much!! :)

  • @fizz3130
    @fizz3130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    PHEW oh my goodness i’m so thankful you had a realistic score for your sat and still got in (no shade to people with other scores, you are more than a number. i’m more so glad bc i also got that score the first time around).

  • @jadynbrownn
    @jadynbrownn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I really needed to hear this! Thank you so much. My dream school is University of Penn and you have given me so much hope!

  • @jennieli5653
    @jennieli5653 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    omg u jus gave me hope lmao

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That’s my job 😌😂

  • @gloriali2183
    @gloriali2183 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thank you so much for making this video!!! I honestly stressed out about my APs because I’m only taking three AP see my junior year, but on TH-cam everyone is like taking 10 aps🥺I thought I have no chance to get into top schools

  • @annabelle7779
    @annabelle7779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    if you’re comfortable sharing, how much did you end up having to pay for upenn/year? i want to apply but i used their net price calculator and got barely any aid (i’m solidly middle class). congrats by the way, you’re amazing!!

  • @BunnyProductionsAJ
    @BunnyProductionsAJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Hi! I’m going to be applying to Penn for Nursing as well :) What section did you list your CPR Certification? I’m not sure where to put mine!

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! If there is no awards section, then I would put it in as an activities section or just include it in your essay! I wish you good luck on your admission 😊

  • @elsieharrington1757
    @elsieharrington1757 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The College Board National Recognition Program she mentioned is also an opportunity for small town/rural students!! I'm white but since I live in Montana I was invited to apply.

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! Thank you for your input! This could help many people :)

  • @sofiapomar6366
    @sofiapomar6366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    i have been binge watching these videos

  • @커피많이
    @커피많이 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    If you were born in Venezuela, did you apply as an Asian Hispanic student with no US citizenship?
    Your video itself gave me so much hope and if you don't have US citizenship then I am more hopeful than ever.
    My counselor tells me it's basically impossible for me as a Korean Mexican (born and raised in Mexico with full Korean parents) to get into a top US university with a full ride because I will have to compete in the Asian pool.

  • @erinlee3960
    @erinlee3960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I noticed you said you didn’t get into the UC’s but don’t you have to withdraw your application from those schools if you were accepted ED? I was just wondering how that works because I will be applying soon :)

  • @realitieswithaddiestarr5426
    @realitieswithaddiestarr5426 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it ok to text you on how to submit the fafsa or Css profile

  • @lesleyxesty7332
    @lesleyxesty7332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey. Really subscribed to you! I am a rising senior in high school… do you know any awards or certificate I can related to neuroscience or the medical field?

  • @emilypark9888
    @emilypark9888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi! Could I ask what your AP exam scores were?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I got all 4s and 5s in my AP exam scores (mainly 4s though).

  • @joaolima1850
    @joaolima1850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello Ana!
    I was watching your video and I have been interested in joining Upenn for some time. However, I'm Brazilian and I know that applying for foreigners is different and I don't know what my chances of getting a 100% scholarship are. Could you give me an orientation?
    Thank you very much in advance.

  • @angelify6692
    @angelify6692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Super helpful!! Gonna share this with my siblings who are in high school and soon to be applying for colleges.

  • @靚麗-c2i
    @靚麗-c2i 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wait you look like predebut
    Aespa GISELLE.

  • @moazengene2843
    @moazengene2843 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for this! I can feel how genuine you are through this video and I feel like you're my older sister giving me advice.

  • @lasibel
    @lasibel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i took a lot of dual enrollment classes bc i didn’t have room on my schedule. i had a lot of ap classes available at my school, just no room to take them. will that make my chances decrease?

  • @ptewans
    @ptewans ปีที่แล้ว

    You had a bachelor degree from somewhere else before applying for nursing? You mentioned about your freshman/sophomore/junior/senior year

  • @KMFSings
    @KMFSings 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I am planning to apply to UPENN however here in the Philippines, we don't get to choose AP Subjects, it's like being in elementary where they give you your schedule and that's all, like you can't have an additional subj , any tips or advice?😭😭😭

  • @noufalmukthar842
    @noufalmukthar842 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi how are you I wanna ask something plz help so im from Saudi Arabia and I want to study abroad so i registered in the university and im waiting for the results how many days does it take to see if I got in and where can i see plz help I don’t know anything

  • @rq1953
    @rq1953 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if I did a lot of my extracurriculars in junior yr related to my major because I wasn’t sure before, like is it really bad I only did them for 2 yrs

  • @minghaolee
    @minghaolee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you appeal for better financial aid even if you applied ED

  • @kabralarmah4720
    @kabralarmah4720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can u share your essays for UPenn?

  • @reedsullivan9071
    @reedsullivan9071 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you please share what financial aid was like after applying early decision? I thought you took what they gave you if you did early decision.

  • @charlottez1479
    @charlottez1479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    could you talk about the interview if you had one?

  • @faithate
    @faithate 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg you are my inspiration. thank you so much for this video!

  • @Nakaf256
    @Nakaf256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats! Wish you all the best! If you apply ED, can you still repeal your financial aid package?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks!! :)) and If you mean appeal... you can appeal you financial aid package! I did and they lowered my tuition more! I hope this helps:)

  • @jessicayang4039
    @jessicayang4039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    if you don't mind, can you share the income bracket along with number of people in your family?

  • @spreadkindness6323
    @spreadkindness6323 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Ana, after watching your video, I am also taking classes on coursera, although idk where to put my certification on my application? Where did you put yours? Thank you for this helpful video!

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi! I’m glad the video helped :) i put my certifications under the awards section

    • @spreadkindness6323
      @spreadkindness6323 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anamseo2 thank you!!

  • @temle7489
    @temle7489 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you take AP Chem?

  • @hannayang6837
    @hannayang6837 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would coursera classes not count if you don’t buy the certification?

  • @scarlettweiss3005
    @scarlettweiss3005 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have any idea if it’s possible to transfer from the school of nursing to get your MD rather than RN? I don’t think I will get into any school other than the school of nursing but Penn is my dream school.

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hm I’m actually not sure. You can maybe email a faculty member of the School of Nursing to ask!!

  • @peaceadeniyi-idowu4256
    @peaceadeniyi-idowu4256 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, thanks for the great video. Can I ask what your gpa range was?

  • @nightsky733
    @nightsky733 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    NEVER DELETE THIS VIDEO !!!

  • @444fawn
    @444fawn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    if im applying as a biology major, would a psychology certficiate from coursera help me?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      i honestly wouldn’t know since i’m not a professional, but i think any certification that shows that you’re interested in your major or future profession will help!

  • @larry-notthecableguy
    @larry-notthecableguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @alexisborrelli4454
    @alexisborrelli4454 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are literally the best thank you

  • @emazaxiix5177
    @emazaxiix5177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ooo

  • @okwuchukwuebube4395
    @okwuchukwuebube4395 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're so smart

  • @katherinebernstein595
    @katherinebernstein595 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    did you found the social justice group or did you just have a leadership position?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i had leadership positions every year i was part of a social justice group.. although that’s preferable u dont have to! u can just be a member and show commitment :)

  • @christopherle3902
    @christopherle3902 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    how did you apply for the congressional award? i tried but I saw you need a legit organization

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes, you need either a certifying organization or an advisor/counselor that will be willing to sign you up/help you for a congressional award. I forgot to add to add that in the video!

  • @hannayang6837
    @hannayang6837 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    For Coursera, did you pay for the certifications?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you do have to pay fees for each coursera course you take.. i forgot how much but it’s not terrible!

  • @ericlin5457
    @ericlin5457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video!

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      glad it helped!

    • @ericlin5457
      @ericlin5457 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol it's ana i just passed the cpr test on the website. Do u think colleges care if I have that if I’m deciding business major

  • @lavanyachauhan3222
    @lavanyachauhan3222 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I dont have aps in my school, what to do?

    • @anamseo2
      @anamseo2  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      some schools don't have AP's but IB's instead, but what matters is that you take the more advanced classes at your school! colleges take into consideration what is available at your school.

    • @lavanyachauhan3222
      @lavanyachauhan3222 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anamseo2 agreed...but considering the fact that there are no IBs here too, what sort of advanced classes would you recommend me to take?

    • @abhinavsatish6810
      @abhinavsatish6810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lavanyachauhan3222 Take classes at the community college near u

    • @Jxfh.
      @Jxfh. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lavanyachauhan3222 just take the most advanced classes possible at your school