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Brian N••••

Brian N••••

  • Neuroscience
  • Class of 2024
  • Indiana, United States

About

I'm a senior at Columbia studying neuroscience and chemistry. I will be attending medical school next year. I love running, music, and being an EMT!

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Academics

GPA (UW)3.99Top 2%
GPA (W)4.73
SAT1550Top 7%
ACT36Top 4%

Advanced coursework

APAP World History5/ 5
APAP Calculus BC5/ 5
APAP Chemistry5/ 5
APAP Computer Science A5/ 5
APAP Biology5/ 5
APAP English Literature and Composition5/ 5
GPA (UW)3.99Top 2%
GPA (W)4.73
SAT1550Top 7%
ACT36Top 4%

Advanced coursework

APAP World History5/ 5
APAP Calculus BC5/ 5
APAP Chemistry5/ 5
APAP Computer Science A5/ 5
APAP Biology5/ 5
APAP English Literature and Composition5/ 5
APAP Statistics5/ 5
APAP United States History5/ 5
APAP English Language and Composition4/ 5
APAP United States Government and Politics5/ 5
APAP Chinese Language and Culture5/ 5
APAP Microeconomics4/ 5
APAP Physics C: Mechanics5/ 5
APAP Psychology5/ 5

How did you narrow down your essay topics?

I took a couple of hours to brainstorm a list of important themes and representative anecdotes, writing as much as possible before whittling the drafts down.

What is your advice for getting recommendation letters?

I suggest choosing teachers who know you beyond just your grades and classroom persona; also, try to ask them the summer before your senior year to give them sufficient time.

How did you deal with the stress of the application process?

I recommend starting your essays early, preferably during the summer, to provide ample time for drafting and revision, which significantly reduces stress during senior year.

What are your insights regarding AP courses and exams?

I realized that taking every available AP class is not necessary; focusing on earning top scores in subjects relevant to your major is a much better use of your energy.

What is your advice on finding and applying for scholarships?

I advise applying for as many external merit-based and community scholarships as possible and using a comprehensive spreadsheet to manage the various deadlines.