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Rashid Al-Farsi

Grade 11 · Mathematics · CT

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Strong

3 High 0 Medium 0 Low

GPA

3.98

SAT

1560

Target major

Mathematics

Schools analyzed

Activities

Days to RD

174 days

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Convert the Yale number theory research into a tangible output (preprint, expository paper, or documented original result) and submit it as an application update or supplementary research portfolio

⭐ Wanted by 2 schools 🎯 Princeton University, California Institute of Technology ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 within 2–4 months before Regular Decision updates

Document the highest mathematics coursework you have taken or will take (e.g., multivariable calculus, linear algebra, proof-based math, or university classes) and ensure the transcript or additional information section clearly shows maximum rigor

⭐ Wanted by 2 schools 🎯 Princeton University, California Institute of Technology ⚙ Low effort 🕒 immediately when submitting the application

Write and publicly share a substantial mathematical paper or expository article (arXiv-style preprint, research note, or deep expository piece on your number theory work) showing original reasoning or synthesis.

🎯 Massachusetts Institute of Technology ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 within 2–3 months before application submission

Clarify and document your Yale number theory research contribution—describe the specific problem, techniques used, and whether you proved anything new or extended an existing result.

🎯 Massachusetts Institute of Technology ⚙ Low effort 🕒 immediately when preparing activities list and essays

Scale your Olympiad expertise into mentorship—start a small math training group, run problem sessions, or coach younger students for AMC/USAMO-level competitions.

🎯 Massachusetts Institute of Technology ⚙ Low effort 🕒 over the next 2–4 months

International Mathematical Olympiad silver medal, indicating extremely high-level mathematical problem‑solving ability.
Early exposure to advanced pure mathematics through a year-long analytic number theory research project involving L‑functions with a Yale professor.
Strong analytical extracurricular profile: chess rating above 2100 and organization of a 120‑participant inter‑school tournament, plus two years tutoring refugee children in Arabic literacy.
Very strong academic baseline: 3.98 GPA and 1560 SAT signal readiness for rigorous coursework.

No course list or curriculum rigor provided, leaving uncertainty about the student’s formal mathematics progression despite the 3.98 GPA.
Research in analytic number theory with a Yale professor is mentioned but has no documented outcome (paper, presentation, or confirmed contribution).
Leadership signals are limited; aside from organizing a 120‑person chess tournament, most activities are individual (math competitions, chess).
No evidence yet of distinction beyond strong grades and test scores; the file currently shows academic competence but not what makes the student unique among similarly high‑scoring applicants.