Questions and Response:

Princeton
Why Princeton?

Closely knit and integrated residential community. Housing is guaranteed for

undergraduates, and nearly all students live on campus
Goes without saying, but the extraordinary student body, faculty and staf
ideal size for me - small enough to always see a friendly face, but large
enough to retain some privacy and anonymity - and the campus is absolutely
breathtaking. Being in such a picturesque area has its price
academics will be hard, satisfying, and more importantly, it will humble me
13 nobel laureates for economics; 5 graduate nobel laureates at Yale
Princeton University professor Angus Deaton awarded the 2015 Nobel Prize in
economics for contributions to understanding consumption at the individual
level and in aggregate
Four students awarded the Rhodes Scholarship, as a prestigious memento of
their achievements in the field of economics
A $5.6 million gift from investor William H. Janeway, a member of Princeton's
Class of 1965
PACE center for civic engagement: arts and humanities, education and
literacy, social impact and innovation, health and human services

What academic programs at the school interest you, and why?

Economics, Mathematics

What are you goals for the future? Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Become a professor; prolific in writing research papers and uncovering a

relationship between human psychology and economics that no one has
discovered before

Which activities on campus interest you?

Mathematics Club: Provides academic services to undergraduates with an

interest in mathematics, organizes social events for math students, and
facilitates the development of close connections between all members of the
Princeton math community.
Global Poker Strategic Thinking Society: An organization dedicated to
promoting poker as a tool to teach various academic skills such as game
theory, risk analysis, and probability.
Brass Ensemble: Princeton Brass Ensemble is dedicated to showcasing brass
musicians on campus. We perform all genres of music from pop to classical
and jazz.
MIMA: Modern Improvisational Music Appreciation: Promotes live music on
campus by bringing artists to campus and by giving student musicians a
place to play.

Music Group, Princeton: Princeton Classical Music Players hosts recitals and
get-togethers for music lovers on campus. Classical Music Hour, an informal
concert series, is held every Friday from 6:30-7:30 PM in Rocky Common
Room. More formal events occur on a monthly basis.
Music in Mind: Bridging the arts, sciences & humanities through music.
Events include interdisciplinary dinner discussions, community service
through music, social events/study breaks, and music-making.

What personal qualities can you contribute to the student body that another
applicant cannot?

Equally passionate for music and math, and have vigorously contributed to
the community with these skills

What might people who don't like you say about you?

Two things: Firstly, I tend to pull people up in group projects. It would

probably be easier for me if I did all the work, but I really care that my group
mates get the same learning experience as me. Second, I like to bring too
many things in the car, on the bus, towards a trip to do. This includes
homework, books Im reading, music sheets, but also cards and small games
to play with friends!

What is your most meaningful extra-curricular activity? What is its importance to

you?

Math Club start of my leadership, sharing my passion and introducing new

ideas to friends

What other schools did you apply to and why?

Yale: Excellent economics program and nice campus
Schreyers: Close to home, great overall program
Berkeley: Father may work at California, which will then be close to home
But after being accepted to Yale, I decided to aim even higher. Since Princeton has
an absolutely phenomenal economics program, its a great fit for me.

Stanford
Why Stanford?

Closely knit and integrated residential community, cohesiveness of campus

Goes without saying, but the extraordinary student body, faculty and staf
ideal size for me - small enough to always see a friendly face, but large
enough to retain some privacy and anonymity - and the campus is absolutely
breathtaking. Being in such a picturesque area has its price
academics will be hard, satisfying, and more importantly, it will humble me
9 nobel laureates for economics; 5 graduate nobel laureates at Yale
Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIERS): address the realworld challenges facing governments and businesses in the United States and
around the world, raise living standards and improve the quality of life by
making economic policy more efective at all levels
Bing Concert Hall, Cantor Arts Center, Anderson Collection

What academic programs at the school interest you, and why?

Economics, Mathematics

What are you goals for the future? Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Become a professor; prolific in writing research papers and uncovering a

relationship between human psychology and economics that no one has
discovered before

Which activities on campus interest you?

Stanford Math Magic: non-profit, student-run organization dedicated to

bringing high-quality math instruction to the under-served community of East
Palo Alto
Stanford University Mathematical Organization
Stanford Applied Statistics Society, Stanford Economics Association
Tutoring for Community: promote the academic achievement of the children
of Stanford University's staf, especially residential, dining, and maintenance
employees
Stanford Jazz Orchestra, Stanford Wind Ensemble
Music Enriching the Lives of Developing Youth

What personal qualities can you contribute to the student body that another
applicant cannot?

Equally passionate for music and math, and have vigorously contributed to
the community with these skills

What might people who don't like you say about you?

Two things: Firstly, I tend to pull people up in group projects. It would

probably be easier for me if I did all the work, but I really care that my group
mates get the same learning experience as me. Second, I like to bring too
many things in the car, on the bus, towards a trip to do. This includes
homework, books Im reading, music sheets, but also cards and small games
to play with friends!

What is your most meaningful extra-curricular activity? What is its importance to

you?

Math Club start of my leadership, sharing my passion and introducing new

ideas to friends

What other schools did you apply to and why?

Yale: Excellent economics program and nice campus
Schreyers: Close to home, great overall program
Berkeley: Father may work at California, which will then be close to home
But after being accepted to Yale, I decided to aim even higher. Since Stanford has
an absolutely phenomenal economics program, its a great fit for me.

To Ask:
What did you study at Stanford?
What undergraduate clubs did you enter?
Are Stanford professors willing to engage in professional projects with
undergraduate students?
How was the rigor of a Stanford education?
How did your major and studies at Stanford help your experience in your current
employment?
What are the options for me if I want to balance a more rigorous STEM education
with musical pursuits? Are Stanford bands and orchestras open for student audition?
What was your favorite part of your college experience? Any favorite traditions?
Are there ways to start clubs outside of school (volunteer, mathematics, community
building)? Do students start bands (particularly jazz)?

What does the college do to assist students with career planning, internships, and
future job placement?
How often does Stanford invite guest lecturers and are these seminars available for
the entire campus?