Columbia University
Columbia University Sophomore in Economics, Political Science and Lab Positions
Hi, My name is Max. I am from Montana and I am studying Economics and Political Science. I am considering Finance and Law School as future careers. I am doing research in a lab on campus and I work in the Office of Admissions.
About me
- GenderMale
- Current academic yearSophomore
- Age20
- Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
- Academic focusEconomics
- Personality typeExtroverted
- College experience ratingAmazing
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Missoula, Montana
Major(s)
Economics and Political Science
Minor(s)
Visual Arts/Psychology
Extracurriculars activities
- Greek life
- Club/Organization
- Job/Internship
- ROTC
- NCAA varsity sport
- Recreational sport
- Student government
- Community service
- Religious/Cultural group
- Art/Music/Performance
- Study abroad
- Other
Clubs, organizations & involvement
Zuckerman Institute, Columbia Alpha Partners, Columbia Consulting Group, Studio 292, Sigma Nu Fraternity, WKCR Radio Station, Club Soccer, New Student Orientation Program.
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
I grew up in a town where the walls of the valley were the extent of my world view. In my junior year of high school, I had the exciting chance to spend three weeks in Korea. It opened my eyes to the fantastic and diverse world I was missing out on. I yearned for more opportunities to travel the word. Where I grew up, I can count on one hand the kids who left my state for school. I was unique in my desire to leave our town. At first I wanted to go to school outside of the United States, but after learning more about the different schools, I realized I needed to go to school in a huge city. The opportunities afforded to me had to be incredible, and I wanted to be exposed to people of different backgrounds. In my town, identity was homogenous and removed from world events. I knew Columbia would be the place for me to meet those different to me and make connections with those whose stories I find fascinating. Also I wanted to go to a big city, and you can't get much bigger than this one.
Tip for future students
There are really important steps to take to get into an Ivy League or a Top 20 institution such as Columbia University. On the tour, I would love to outline important tips I learned to help you on your application cycle.
Favorite class
Astronomy was an incredible class to me because it opened my eyes to a novel realm of science I had not been interested in previously.
Career goals
I haven't decided between going into Investment Banking, Law School, or Consulting.
Ideal way to spend a free night
Finding new spots to eat with friends out around New York City.
High school or secondary school
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Meeting point
The Sundial on the Columbia University campus
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