Some key qualities and characteristics that will be favorable for your application include:
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Demonstrated interest and rationale driving the decision to apply to said high-demand major(s).
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Academic achievement, including grades*, course load, consistent academic excellence, and high performance in prerequisite courses,
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Consistency and impact in extracurricular activities,
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Personal attributes and life experience suggesting leadership, maturity, ethical character, teamwork, and goal orientation,
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Communication and analytical skills as demonstrated by responses to essay questions
*While a GPA minimum is not required at this time, grades and grade trends may be considered.