Focused Goals: Building an Architecture Dream - Case Study of Student A

Student A began with a clear vision: to study architecture. With a GPA of 3.3 and limited time, FenDoDo stepped in to help sharpen that vision. Through expert academic support, school selection, portfolio-building programs, and 23 college applications, Student A gained admission to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and 13 other top-ranked universities—all while completing over 20 customized essays under the guidance of top-tier advisors.

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Focused Goals: Building an Architecture Dream -
Student A Case Study

GPA 3.3 |
Successfully Admitted to UIUC and 13 Other Prestigious Universities
Completed 20+ Application Essays and 23 University Applications with FenDoDo’s Guidance

Application Background

Collaboration with FenDoDo: Began in the second semester of Grade 11.
GPA: 3.3
TOEFL: 102
SAT: 1410
Math II Subject Test: 800

Admissions Results

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (US News #35) – Enrolled
Admitted Profile: GPA 3.47–3.94, SAT 1300–1500, TOEFL 99/100
Syracuse University (US News #67)
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (US News #53)
Arizona State University (US News #105)
University of Oregon (US News #98)
University of Massachusetts Amherst (US News #67)
University of Maryland, College Park (US News #46)
Ohio State University (US News #43)
University of Wisconsin-Madison (US News #35)
Pennsylvania State University (US News #60)
California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo (US News #1 Regional West)
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (US News #1 Regional West)
University of Toronto (QS #21)
University of British Columbia (QS #34)

FenDoDo’s Strategy & Planning

Academic Support

Focused on SAT preparation and GPA improvement.
Enrolled in UCLA’s TeenArch Studio to deepen architecture knowledge.

Application Strategies

Organized consultations with current architecture professors for direct insights.
Integrated music and volunteer work into the application for unique positioning.

Achievements Under FenDoDo Guidance

Essay Guidance: Collaborated with two top-tier advisors to complete 20+ essays.
Interview Preparation: Included professional recording support for video submissions.
Global Consultant Insights: Received targeted advice from Canada, U.S., and UC-focused advisors.
Extensive Application Execution: Successfully submitted 23 university applications.

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