How I got into Yale, Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, UPenn, Brown , Princeton, Dartmouth, Cornell?! -

[@laneywinslow1795]

Everyone saying that intro was a flex maybe it was but she has the right to do that you work so hard in school that u get into 17 school including IV

[@cats7298]

Laney Winslow you have the right to feel proud, but not arrogant

[@gtrip4899]

Her video PERIOD

[@maskedszn6225]

isabelle ho She’s not arrogant tho

[@funkyflowers9928]

isabelle ho, if you have watched any of her other videos, or even this one, then you would know that she is totally the opposite of arrogant. In fact, she completely plays it down. In the Jubilee episode, she said that she was LUCKY for each of the 17 schools she was admitted to! It’s a huge accomplishment on her part! If you don’t support or like it, then maybe don’t watch. I don’t like arrogant people either but she isn’t one. (However, I know it is your opinion.)

[@sammitchell7310]

Laney Winslow she’s flexing

[@goodnoodle-204]

I watched this to feel bad about myself

[@monlkonli5943]

You're all on different chapters of your lives. It's not a competition. The goal is success and happiness and university is not the only way to get there. Have a blessed life ❤

[@jaksbekalskkz1961]

hahahahhahaha

[@jaksbekalskkz1961]

me the same

[@PGOuma]

@@monlkonli5943 for my future it is :/

[@Firesmegma]

DON'T BE. YOU DON'T HAVE TO GET INTO IVY LEAGUES TO BE UNIQUE.

[@irenefaith4416]

She's just really smart, period

[@Tomtom-ti4nf]

irene faith you’re stupid

[@Tomtom-ti4nf]

It’s hard work and once she enters the university she is going to be broke or be depressed. Depends haven’t watched the video yet.

[@chrstykim]

tom tomson, why are you so rude?

[@Tomtom-ti4nf]

Ephemeral because I have freedom of speech and the commenter made a stupid comment on saying that she is just really smart.

[@chrstykim]

tom tomson, it’s just that I think it wasn’t a great idea to flat out call him stupid for the one comment he made. You shouldn’t be name-calling people when you don’t even know them

[@annahobson1265]

No one is talking about how she made a 34 as a FRESHMAN. You go girl, show em how it’s done!

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@stgnick2515]

Anna Hobson in my opinion it’s easier when you’re younger because there is no upper level math on it

[@elisebb4457]

STG Nick It’s the same test no matter your age

[@Syphxi]

Elise BB he means that since there’s no higher leveled math in the test, you aren’t worried about applying something you learned senior year on the test, instead you are using the more basic methods of obtaining an answer which has the possibility of being much faster

[@OblakSan]

@@CassandraHsiao Instagram group?

[@christinechoi7750]

i feel like i have the IQ of a rock after watching this video smh

[@Sylvestt]

Iq doesn’t matter

[@MrCmon113]

IQ helps a lot, but most of the things in the video are tests of endurance and patience more than intelligence.

[@aaronrashid2075]

IQ just tests logic, and ability to learn. Not overall intelligence

[@migueltrujillo9200]

I'm sure your Smart !

[@MrCmon113]

@@aaronrashid2075 What is "overall intelligence"? In humans a lot of cognitive abilities happen to be strongly correlated, so we have a good concept of intelligence in *g*, which is measured in IQ tests.

[@astrophysics6326]

Her life must've been so hard when she got her acceptance letters like damn "Omg i dont know where should I go for college?? Harvard or Yale???" Hahahahha jkjk

[@ck-qm2zi]

Astro Physics I wish.. lol

[@a-xianle1733]

You seriously deserve to be accepted to all those universities, especially considering how you scored so high and took all those classes. Make sure to not overwork yourself!

[@a-xianle1733]

Maiva La it’s called advice.

[@jaxconf9519]

@@TheWSYNkatevy153 wait, are you her boyfriend?

[@Origins0808]

@@TheWSYNkatevy153 shut ur ass up. Go take that negativity of yours elsewhere.

[@MetFansince]

I'm guessing the simple answer to "how I got in" is that you are really smart.

[@JohnDoe-bu3ev]

there are a lot of really smart people, its how she stood out that counts.

[@philliplasley4177]

nope just great grades, scores, and rigorous courses

[@JohnDoe-bu3ev]

​@Shimmy Shai of course, all I said is that it isn't as simple as being smarter than everyone else.

[@l34fz]

yes, but no one's born smart. you become smart from hard work and support

[@verose3684]

- hxneybee - omgg clap them brain cheeks 👐👏thx for the motivation ive been doubting myself a lot coz im stupid

[@cyberstuffwatevaqt3955]

Sis don’t say it’s luck, you worked hard and you deserve this!!!!

[@CassandraHsiao]

It's all God's blessings.

[@uberpartner9618]

There is a amount of luck that goes into it

[@faginnyc]

I mean also high IQ is a factor...

[@lilliampumpernickle4655]

cyberstuffwatevaqt 39 It is luck, because simply being Asian will lower your chances at getting to top universities

[@MrCmon113]

@@CassandraHsiao I'm grateful for one of God's greatest blessings: unbelief.

[@amariak6002]

As a Canadian, I have no idea what any of these scores mean.

[@bryce8975]

Amaria K SAME LMAO

[@h.7716]

I'm European and same but I think they mean she's pretty damn smart haha

[@malifraz8945]

I’m American, basically it means she’s hella good at test taking and reasoning knowledge, like super good, I’m talking top .5-1% of the whole US. However, what’s even more impressive are her AP scores. The AP program consists basically of classes you take that give you college credit if you pass the exam at the end of the year, the scores range from 1-5, with a 3 being passing. Typically people only get a couple of 4s and maybe a 5 here or there, but this girl got 5s on multiple subjects year after year, as well as taking insane classes and being very young to do both of those things. Looking at the scores, it almost seems as for her it’s not so much the scores that mattered in her acceptance to all these top universities, but how early she achieved them.

[@slashbxe2832]

Amaria K as an Australian I have to agree

[@gemmalouise1057]

Slash bxe I’m Australian too lol

[@juanzavala9023]

That intro was a total flex 😂 😭 👌🏿

[@CassandraHsiao]

😂😂

[@sophn7587]

@@101sanford dont be a dickkk bro

[@i.rail.straggots2605]

@@101sanford plz delete urself

[@neovelvet]

It was a flex, but honestly after working that hard she DESERVES to flex

[@electric_eel]

If you work that hard you 100% deserve to flex like that.

[@sydneys726]

wait a sec...middle class, asian american, no sports, southern cali??? holy shit. i’m two minutes in and i’m? so impressed? usually those factors are so limiting in college apps because of the assumptions that middle class asian americans do well, and being a recruited athlete does heavily impact your acceptance. southern california is a hard place to apply from because of the amount of kids that do apply from sc. i’m so impressed jesus!!! girl, you smart-smart. coming from an asian american, middle class, non-athlete all i can say is damn girl. just damn.

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@fluffypocky]

She is definitely smart and had factors working against her, but from what I’ve seen in my school, being an immigrant helps your application a lot.

[@callistoval]

@@fluffypocky Wait really? How is that even fair?

[@fluffypocky]

Anny Leafy colleges like to see ppl overcoming immigration struggles

[@SunSunSunn]

@@fluffypocky We'd like to believe that myth but it's simply not true. I work in a top 20 medical school admissions committee as a second-year medical student (we get to interview newcomers) and being an immigrant does not significantly boost your application. I've had opportunities to talk amongst numerous admissions committee members for undergraduate admissions and I can guarantee that that's not the case. It's because of the huge amounts of immigrants that apply to these top universities.

[@abbycadabbie]

There’s nothing wrong with her “flexing” guys. She has clearly worked hard to get to where she is at and deserves everything she has EARNED.

[@avreetjagdev]

all this video told me is that i'm screwed lol

[@CassandraHsiao]

Everything has two sides, it depends on your perspective on how to perceive it.

[@avreetjagdev]

ahhh i did not think u would see this 😳😳 thank you for this video though, it really motivated me to work harder.

[@CassandraHsiao]

@@avreetjagdev Join my group : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@jonathanshi9367]

Not making into an Ivy doesn't make you screwed lol.

[@venidette]

Don't worry. There are many successful people who dropped out of high school, failed high school, or dropped out of college. You'll be fine if you work hard enough!

[@lovelyseokjin7612]

lol and I’m going to community college

[@nikkoyi]

it okay i'm in high school and wish i have a seizure everyday

[@anar2813]

there is nothing wrong with community colleges

[@brandonleskil4523]

You can still transfer, or go on to attend a 4 year university after your graduation from your two year community college.

[@brandonleskil4523]

God I feel so lonely, I had thoughts of ending my life during Christmas break.

[@anar2813]

SquishyGaming please don’t. i don’t know you but i promise it will get better

[@jasminele]

so proud of u!!

[@Happyucare]

Omg did nobody see the Ms. Queen write this comment I’m a huge fan ! ❤

[@tinobernaldiaz5411]

what made you chose yale over the other 16 options?

[@CassandraHsiao]

new vid series on life @ yale! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYTbfKiKgK-hnJY & kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHqvnYSpltqbb8U

[@ianellis2227]

smart, beautiful, fun, outgoing... perfect

[@CassandraHsiao]

thank you for your support

[@connergoldberg]

Absolutely insane scores. You can tell a lot of hard work, time, dedication and intelligence is required to get to that point. It is no wonder she was 17 for 17 and very accomplished.

[@rebekahgan6366]

I'm so proud of you plus the fact that u are Malaysians makes it even more amazing . Fighting !!!

[@rekyaly6488]

Hey, if I was accepted into all Ivy League I’d make that intro too

[@kaylatheimer8101]

OMG I looked for you after the jubilee video!! I'm so glad this popped up in my recomended

[@kyo3961]

i’m a freshman right now in hs and i’m already stressing out over college but this video inspired me so much!! thank you 😊

[@CassandraHsiao]

its too early to stress!!! enjoy the carefree freshman year

[@aden.e]

Cassandra Hsiao i enjoyed it and ended up with a 2.6 gpa 😪

[@CassandraHsiao]

don't stress out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5K8oWqif7-kbtU a video on how to destress

[@rxsesforyuki5342]

Cassandra Hsiao - Hi Cassandra, I have a question? How were you able to take Calc in Sophmore year?

[@safwankader6000]

High school senior here who related very heavily with your personal essay to the point it really gave me the inspiration I needed as an immigrant myself to open up to that side of me. Hopefully with my unfortunate last minute testing this December I’ll be able to stay somewhat competitive in the ivy 😅 But anyways, Keep being smart and the wonderful person you are!

[@CassandraHsiao]

best of luck!!! glad my essay could help you out

[@melleonA]

You’re really inspiring, I want to attend Harvard or Stanford one day. Hope I can make it.

[@idianale9862]

Hey are you a junior? I'm aiming to attend Harvard or Stanford too.

[@melleonA]

_ kachi nah, 6th grade. Trying to get all A+ on all of my report cards.

[@idianale9862]

@@melleonA That's awesome! Starting early is always great. I wish you all the best! Make sure not to burn yourself out and prioritize your health as well though.

[@elfswordss8782]

I'm in 6th grade too and I'm working hard!

[@melleonA]

_ kachi thank you!

[@officialhellomynameisshawn]

Something about your mannerisms reminds me so much of Yara Shahidi!

[@CassandraHsiao]

[@officialhellomynameisshawn]

@@CassandraHsiao completely agreed!

[@amarislaurel1420]

AAAAAAAA THANK YOU FOR THIS VID!!! Loved you on the Jubilee vid!! New subscriber here❤️

[@CassandraHsiao]

[@nai1729]

i cant be the only one that thought of hamilton when i read “immigrant” + “exceptional writing talent” lol help

[@zoeann1177]

This is so helpful! I'm homeschooled, so I don't have a great way to compare my stats to get an idea of where I am. I'll be a junior in the fall so I haven't taken the SAT or ACT yet, but I have a 4.34 GPA. I feel a bit better now!

[@CassandraHsiao]

that's a great GPA! Keep up the good work!

[@zoeann1177]

@@CassandraHsiao Thank you so much!

[@stutir.5242]

Heyy would you mind making more study related videos?? Like how you study and prepare for exams or make notes?

[@CassandraHsiao]

plan to release in March.

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXzLhaypf611gpI here you go!

[@MKisVlogging]

Me, an advanced student in school with a 4.7 GPA, genuinely curious of how I can get into colleges... Her: *says psat and sat scores Me: yeaaaa.... no

[@Syphxi]

Maiva La they could also be on a 5 point scale which sounds more likely, getting a 4.7 gpa on a 4 point scale is nearly impossible to do

[@Claudia-ty5yr]

@@Syphxi it is definitely on a 5 point scale. A 4.7 in a 4.0 scale is impossible, how would that even work?

[@Syphxi]

Claudia Marquez not impossible, if you attend a 4x4 school with AP Classes offered from freshman year to senior year then it’s very possible. Taking 3/4 AP classes and acing every class all four years will get you a 4.75 GPA or just taking all 4/4 and ending with a 5.0. Granted I’m not sure if there are schools on a 4x4 that offer that many AP courses this is just theoretical. As an example our valedictorian had a 4.4 and freshman year had no AP’s offered.

[@Claudia-ty5yr]

@@Syphxi I'm well aware of what happens when you take ap classes (I've taken 7), but if your school gives ap classes a bigger weight than regular (say 5 instead of 4), then it's no longer a 4.0 scale. My school does both, so my unweighted gpa (where every class is 4 points no matter what) is 4.0, and my weighted gpa (where honors classes are 4.5 and APs are 5) is 5.0. But the point is that when any class is counted as more than 4 points, it's not a 4.0 scale anymore

[@sophiaredwood5825]

My highest GPA this year as a freshman was 4.4, dang...

[@jackyhuang1333]

Hey Cassandra, honestly I was extremely moved by your common app essay and related to it so much. As a senior now in HS and deep into the college app process, your essay and words of wisdom have served as a inspiration and motivation for me to go through this process. Thank you for your story with so many people and it would be amazing when you have time to make a video explaining some of the tips your learned from your own application process in the realm of essays and supplements! Thank you so much and keep up these great videos!

[@CassandraHsiao]

Hi Jacky, wow yes! Essay video coming up soon. thank you for your words, thanks for reading and watching

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGqkZaGKjpVmZ7c essay video!

[@Gothiqueluv]

This is what happens when you come from a supportive family. (Both emotionally and financially.)

[@hewweiqing540]

Hi I'm a Malaysian! So proud of your achievements you really inspire a lot of Malaysians!!

[@riverwashere_]

Okay but like, no one's gonna point out she got into all the Ivies and Stanford and she picked Yale??? Jkjk, super impressive

[@CassandraHsiao]

River Peer Thank you! I’m blessed and grateful!

[@CassandraHsiao]

new vid series on life @ yale! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYTbfKiKgK-hnJY & kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHqvnYSpltqbb8U

[@sovietninja6865]

Literally when I seen the title before I clicked. I was like she better pick Yale, and it seems that you did haha.

[@CassandraHsiao]

go bulldogs

[@CassandraHsiao]

new vid series on life @ yale! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYTbfKiKgK-hnJY & kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHqvnYSpltqbb8U

[@sugaudacity]

basically just have a really big brain 🥺

[@kennyk00k]

I just read your essay like ten times. What an incredible portrayal of your background, passion, and story!

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thank you so much for reading!!!!

[@banardadams8776]

I’m convinced that you are the smartest person in the country for your graduating class. A high amount of AP classes is like 5-6 you doubled that!!!

[@esther.e.writer]

I’m noticing several people putting themselves down after comparing themselves to Cassandra. While it’s easy to feel down while seeing others flourish please remember that everybody has a unique story. Even if you didn’t get where you wanted to be it’s never too late to start over. Yes,‘I too am surprising she got a 34 as a freshman in high school. It reminds me a lot of a middle schooler I once heard of who got a perfect score on the ACT. I understand college admissions is a hectic and stressful time for everyone. My advice is the best way to succeed is to treat yourself well.

[@CassandraHsiao]

i agree with this so much! thanks for posting. indeed everyone's journey is super unique and special and cannot be replicated

[@urmomdoer2315]

When the Asian mom pushes it too far:

[@CassandraHsiao]

on the contrary... please watch my latest video with my mom kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKCoqHWanbCib6M

[@thea.m.w]

I love this video so much! It was really helpful. You were great in the Jubilee video! You are obviously very smart, congrats on getting into all the Ivy's! I'm worrying about college already as a freshman, so I need all the help I can get! Thanks again!

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@ALobobruh]

She seems like such a nice person aw

[@muscalchars9892]

Basically... she worked hard, learned well, and kept her head up. The end.

[@emmald2415]

I am French and my dream is to enter Harvard, my french friends don't understand me and it's very stressful. I don't know if I'm smart enough, if I'm strong enough compared to the Americans it's quite complicated but I still hope and your video gave me hope

[@catastrophe2155]

Sorbonne is so much better🤷‍♀️

[@krimmy8459]

Hello Cassandra, congrats on getting into all these colleges.Please can you talk about your extra curriculars in another video, would really love to watch that!!!

[@CassandraHsiao]

you can check out the rest of my videos on my channel featuring lots of my extracurriculars, and subscribe for the latest vids!

[@CassandraHsiao]

RSVP this event facebook.com/events/239370993882552/

[@ella-zg3nu]

My sister , mom, dad, grandpa & aunt all got accepted into Harvard and I’m the black sheep of the family bc I wanna go to MIT bc I want my major to be Aero Space Engineering. And a few of my family members have worked for the government.

[@ryankessler2986]

Ella-Rose Masias Did u rly just call urself a disgrace for possibly going to MIT

[@caovuonglam]

Damn. This left me speechless.

[@amakaonyeka7996]

Don't listen to them. Dearie, do what you want. Go to MIT. It is one of the best engineering universities in the world. My family has been on my case because I don't want to go to Oxford or Cambridge. I prefer MIT. At the end of the day, what they want doesn't matter. You're the one who has to do the work so pick what you love.

[@abdallajimalle5809]

@@amakaonyeka7996 but then you have to apply for an exchange programme and the acceptance rate is very low.But then again, the opportunity is bigger in m.i.t

[@amakaonyeka7996]

@@abdallajimalle5809 Exchange programme? I don't know what that means but I'll be applying as an international (European) student. I'm not in uni yet. I'm picking my top five choices. What I was saying is that Oxbridge (Oxford and Cambridge) aren't on the list for me. They are horrible for practical engineering degrees and better suited to theoretical pursuits. They might be prestigious but I'm looking for quality in terms of new-age innovation not just reputation. That's why MIT and even Imperial College are better. Same standards of acceptance as Oxbridge but far better practical teaching methods. Personally, Oxbridge is famous because they only accept the top not because they make students the top. MIT, though will accept only the top and make you even better than the best in your field.

[@AnnabelleGT]

holy cow you’re so amazing and I’m so proud of you!

[@jihyo1204]

WHAT THE HECK CAN I JUST SAY YOU'RE FREAKING AMAZING

[@syahnazmi29]

I'm from Malaysia and I'm so so proud of you if that's even possible.

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thank you!

[@ajayiayomide4401]

She’s so pretty I cantttttttttttt😭🥰🥰

[@CassandraHsiao]

[@codyfernfan6274]

who else here is wondering how tf she got such a great PSAT score??? 1510???? ONE QUESTION WRONG...and she somehow got a 35 sophomore year. Truly amazing

[@burnt.norton]

i was just watching a video of a guy who got rejected from all ivy leagues earlier... :/

[@howtogetintocollege6834]

incredible scores across the board - the acceptances were definitely well deserved!

[@patriciasierra4026]

You should make a video on how to get your grades up !! Btw great video !

[@CassandraHsiao]

plan to release in March.

[@selatsera2875]

You are really inspiring! I am aiming to be at a good university. Gonna binge watch your videos!

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thank you for watching!!

[@stilltoks6904]

Our stats are so close that I kinda regret not trying more Ivies just to have the bragging rights 😅 congratulations tho, you killed it!

[@michaelli6689]

You could always transfer or attend graduate school, not too late!

[@lillievue7679]

GIIIRL I AM ROOTING FOR YOU BECAUSE YOU STAYYY HUMBLE! Go off girl, go off 👏👏👏👏

[@swirledswan]

Wow!! I’ve actually been waiting for this ! Thank you for being an inspiration!! :-)

[@CassandraHsiao]

[@kingarth0r]

All this video told me is..... If all goes right I should also be getting in all the ivy leagues, but congrats to you.

[@UnknownCartoonEditor]

You’ll face bumps in the road, failures will happen, which is why persistence is necessary

[@hikarichan3042]

Thank you so much for this lovely video. I'm from a Southeast Asian Country dying for further studies in the United States. I'm now preparing my SATs and .....all those hard stuffs worrying :(

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my group : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@user-qg4td6rg5x]

I'm from the UK and I don't know what any of this means 😂💯✨👌🏾

[@joliema3033]

OMG, you must've worked so hard! Congrats!

[@CassandraHsiao]

I work hard and have fun.

[@Jeremy-ir2tq]

How much did you study for the sat and what are the best ways to prepare? (This would be a good video idea!)

[@CassandraHsiao]

thanks for the video idea! maybe i'll put one out there detailing my study habits. the amount of time that i prepared for the sat/act varied. for the sat, 1 month (bc i had already taken act at that point), for the act, a few months

[@CassandraHsiao]

study tips here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXzLhaypf611gpI

[@fanhenry]

A Genius, period. Hard work paid off damn

[@monicadallapria7231]

Well done! I'm a little lost, as the British grading system is a wee bit different, but overall, it looks as if you really deserve your spot!

[@sadderdxys3725]

Can you do studying hacks of how you studied and what did you put into consideration while choosing your schools

[@CassandraHsiao]

Yes, I plan to release the video in March.

[@CassandraHsiao]

study tips!!! the video is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXzLhaypf611gpI

[@welcometomyrandomness2073]

Props for working so hard. Wish it sank in for me freshman year how much every year counts. In my junior year right now realizing I didn’t work as hard as I thought and was just making excuses for myself.

[@CassandraHsiao]

It is never too late to work hard! You may be slower to find your path forward, but you'll surely improve and achieve your goals. focus on the present/look forward/keep your head up!

[@Polar-sl7sy]

Wow i have seen you everywhere. Jubilee, To Tell the Truth, newspapers, etc. Super impressive.

[@CassandraHsiao]

thanks so much for following/watching!

[@Polar-sl7sy]

@@CassandraHsiao may i ask what grade you took geometry or algebra 2 or pre cal

[@CassandraHsiao]

@@Polar-sl7sy I took geometry in 7th grade, algebra 2 in 8th grade, precalc in 9th, and ap calc bc in 10th

[@Polar-sl7sy]

Cassandra Hsiao thanks!!!

[@fin6619]

I loved u in that jubilee ep !!! You’re so down to earth

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thanks for watching!

[@pellaw8011]

My breakdown from this year taking the ACT (8th grade): 35 English 24 Math 36 Reading 33 Science 8 Essay Any advice from the smart people on here for improving, especially the essay and math (ugh)?

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my collegebound group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@michaelli6689]

There's no secret to math, its consistent practice, and review. What I would recommend is starting a question log in a spreadsheet and keep track of the questions you get wrong and right. Pinpoint where you are making the most of your mistakes and study those subject areas (Geometry, Algebra, word problems etc). Lastly, keep track of where you are making "careless" mistakes. Careless mistakes are not careless mistakes if you keep repeating them, make a conscious effort to identify those repeat mistakes.

[@pellaw8011]

@@michaelli6689 Thanks! The spreadsheet is a really good idea. It's just frustrating because I bust my ass spending hours studying for math with no results. My parents don't get it, they just assume that I'm good at it because I get good grades. I swear, once I graduate high school I will never touch another math problem.

[@michaelli6689]

@@pellaw8011 Looks like you are a natural Reader and Writer, judging from your English and Reading scores. Lucky for you Math competency is pretty predictable in terms of improvement compared to softer subjects like English and Reading. If you track your mistakes its a done deal you will slowly but surely improve. Keep on doing problems and recording problems in that spreadsheet you get wrong and take note of the subject. After you do around 200 ish math problems you will see a pattern. Trust me I'm studying data science XD.

[@pellaw8011]

@@michaelli6689 Okay, thank you so much! Just not much of a math brain, haha.

[@maranavarrete]

You deserve it baby! Congrats

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thank you!

[@SpiritsJamaa]

Wooo I was looking forward to a video like this from you! 💛

[@CassandraHsiao]

glad to be of service!!!!!

[@gopherlee9427]

@@CassandraHsiao Are you full chinese or are you mixed? Part malay?

[@CassandraHsiao]

from what i know my family is ethnically chinese although i was born in malaysia and so was my mom and her family!

[@jchen8902]

Hello Cassandra! Just wanted to say you really inspired me... I'm from Singapore and I've been thinking of applying to Ivy League in the US. However it's a big decision for me as it means I'll have to study overseas and I worry I won't do well enough to be considered. I'm in the IBDP now and even though it's stressful, seeing stories like yours motivates me so much to continue working hard! :)

[@CassandraHsiao]

Your words made my day!!!! Join my group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5K8oWqif7-kbtU a video about how to not stress!!!

[@anbl.h]

Hey Cassandra! Would you please tell us about your extracurriculars? Thank you :)

[@CassandraHsiao]

this is a great idea for a video!!! can't cover it all in one comment, but a short summary: I spent a lot of time in Creative Writing (specifically poetry and playwriting),entertainment journalism, and film/book critic!!!

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIqcZJqLbbmqpsU

[@CassandraHsiao]

extracurriculars journalism version! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gam7oGOJrch-fLM

[@CassandraHsiao]

@Victoria Ayodele Read this : blog.prepscholar.com/list-of-extracurricular-activities-examples

[@detex7903]

She is a very smart person and works very hard .

[@khwaahishshah6649]

Hey! Can you please please please make a video on all the activities and courses you took and did in high school. I would love to know.

[@CassandraHsiao]

extracurricular vid coming soon!

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIqcZJqLbbmqpsU

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gam7oGOJrch-fLM extracurriculars journalism edition!

[@serenakam2919]

my school doesn’t have AP. there is a school in the next town over but they only have 3 AP classes total

[@Zoefar2007]

I can’t be the only person that’s confused as a international student wanting to go to Yale 💀

[@LaurenJewel]

yesss im so glad you have a channel cause i liked you as soon as i learned more about you. you’re amazing and i’m inspired

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thank you so much!!!

[@kalebbradburn5298]

Hi! I was wondering why you chose Yale out of all of the colleges you were accepted into. Thanks for the amazing vid!

[@CassandraHsiao]

admissions.yale.edu/bulldogs-blogs/cassandra/2019/04/16/why-i-chose-yale-coin-toss :)

[@kalebbradburn5298]

That’s so amazing! I’m so proud of you and all you have accomplished. I hope to one day be a fraction as successful as you.

[@Poofeyfoofey]

I was given a chance to take the ACT/SAT in 7th grade(last year). My mom lost the paper, so I couldn’t take it in the fall and we were away during vacation in the spring. I’m upset at her for losing something so valuable to me, but I’m also upset at myself for not holding on to it and leaving the responsibility on me. I’m never gonna forget missing that chance. Ever.

[@CassandraHsiao]

You shouldn't take it in 7th or 8th grade if you're just using it to apply colleges. Colleges don't accept 7th or 8th grade scores.

[@CassandraHsiao]

It may be better for you take the PSAT/PACT, in 10th grade and then wait till 11th grade to take the SAT/ACT.

[@taeyi-2234]

If I got into every Ivy League my mom is gonna be like "HARVARD!BE A DOCTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

[@CassandraHsiao]

Audrey’s writing is heartbreaking, unflinching, and concise. A must read for all pre-meds. yaledailynews.com/blog/2019/09/18/huang-an-appeal-to-pre-meds/?fbclid=IwAR3VxIrR4BoVezD_kkazTIvyg5vLK1q1AvMRJr2YZqbLh5V7foGoCXxTzPQ

[@gtrip4899]

^^^^^^^^^ Everyone who wants to be a doctor should read that

[@gtrip4899]

People who say “ iM gOnNa bE a DoCtOr” just for the money search up what a “Happy Doctor” is.

[@MrCmon113]

You don't need to go into an expensive school just to be a doctor.

[@MrCmon113]

@@gtrip4899 This article tells me that I would make a great doctor. Btw you can edit comments. You don't have to post three times.

[@paulasfilms]

this is just surreal wow congrats

[@hevarrysta]

I hope someday i can continue my Ph.D. at MIT

[@wave5009]

Youre gonna accomplish great things

[@CassandraHsiao]

[@ooof1033]

This was an amazing video! I love how you organized everything and it was just perfect! I’m so proud of you and you’re so intelligent! I’m a freshmen in high school and I’m doing well! The only question I have is for you’re GPA. Was it your Overall GPA meaning all 4 years combined, or just your senior year?

[@CassandraHsiao]

It is my combined gpa! Thanks for watching

[@rachelvincent6024]

All the people in the comments are being so negative towards themselves :(( guys remember that for most Ivy Leagues, grades isn't the only factor that they look at. They also look at your passions and how you gave back to the community. Cassandra's grades were really impressive and she deserved to get in for all hard work she put in, but that doesn't mean that you have to be a straight A student :)

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thanks for watching!

[@sanyamchawla4276]

What are your extracurriculars and achievements?

[@CassandraHsiao]

video coming so so soon about journalism! in the meantime, visit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIqcZJqLbbmqpsU for my extracurriculars on leadership

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gam7oGOJrch-fLM extracurriculars Journalism Edition!

[@dorothy6204]

This.is.empowering Edit: I am a freshman in high school and I'm looking to enter one of these ives someday. On my PSAT I got a 980 but I don't know if that's a good start

[@dylanngo328]

Hi, Cassandra 👋 could you please share your extracurricular activities too? It would be very helpful.

[@CassandraHsiao]

coming soon!

[@CassandraHsiao]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIqcZJqLbbmqpsU

[@CassandraHsiao]

journalism highlight extracurricular: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gam7oGOJrch-fLM

[@dayeetaisback3484]

Omg u just made me want to push myself more into my studies Also thx u for the info 💕

[@CassandraHsiao]

Join my group here : facebook.com/groups/collegeboundcassandra/

[@reeses3466]

Me not knowing exactly what this is about because i dont live in the US and am not an american: so i think you’re pretty smart

[@Ucallmebymynamee]

HARDWORK PAYS OFF 🎤

[@natashanaeun8699]

WOO MALAYSIAN GANG !!!!! (aight technically i’m not malaysian, my mom is but still!!! )

[@CassandraHsiao]

woooot!

[@drmosaddegh]

so you are malaysian, half malay

[@natashanaeun8699]

Ash Lynx my mom is a rojak haha. she’s half chinese, half indian- but from malaysia :) confusing right? 😂

[@CassandraHsiao]

@@drmosaddegh I'm chinese.

[@drmosaddegh]

Cassandra Hsiao i wasn’t referring to you, but to the other person

[@THELEGEND-so7vs]

I would generally consider my English not to be very bad. I study the language and have been studying at a boarding school for a certain time. Now I have to say that when I examine your language skills, I see that you think in the language, have totally taken it and subconsciously use it. I would love to get to that point. My English meets the standards of C1 with a tendency towards C2. To gain more fluidity and confidence with the language I would very much like to ask for your advice. Perhaps you can reflect on what has helped you and help you to use English at the level of speaking and writing. Thank you very much, I appreciate it. What I probably need is a bit more time of exposure to the language) My brain and consciousnesses simply need more time to be completely accustomed to the language i am learning. Any advice on how to reach this?

[@biancavick6170]

here from Jubilee 💗

[@khadijanadeem8559]

oh shitttttttttttttttttttttttttt, i was tryna find this girl after watching jubilee, its really a small world bro.

[@SuperAce780]

HAHAHAHA omg I was j gonna say I knew I saw u in the Jubilee video! I didn’t know you were so young! Congrats on ur amazing feat 👏🏽👏🏽

[@CassandraHsiao]

Thanks so much!

[@tamaraturner6081]

i did really terribly in highschool but i got into my dream school, its more than your stats for sure.