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4 years agoAdmissions Advice
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Can I write a research paper and mention it in my application if I want to attend the Ivy League as a 15 year old?

Sophomore

Wants to study Chemistry

Wants to attend Ivy League

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4 years ago

Writing a research paper as a sophomore will look great to Ivy League schools! Even if your paper does not get published, the effort you put in will demonstrate your intellectual abilities and ambition.

For tips on writing your research paper, check out . Hope this helps!

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1
4 years ago

Hi @Alkane!

Yes, you can. That's a very ambitious goal! Good luck with your high school!

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UCLA
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Unweighted GPA: 3.7
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SAT: 720 math
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| 800 verbal
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