Teen with 4.0 GPA, Viral Cal AI App Denied by 15 Top Schools
A high-achieving teen with a 4.0 GPA and the creator of a widely popular Cal AI app was surprisingly rejected by 15 prestigious universities. Despite exceptional academic performance and innovative contributions to technology, the student’s college applications were unsuccessful at top-tier schools. The case has sparked widespread discussion on the competitiveness and unpredictability of college admissions, raising questions about what elite institutions value most in today’s applicants beyond grades and achievements.
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