Devon Washington

Grade 12 · Public Health · AL

Portfolio read

Strong

2 High 1 Medium 0 Low

GPA

3.62

SAT

1310

Target major

Public Health

Schools analyzed

Activities

Days to RD

174 days

Schools

verdict · committee confidence · drill in

Medium Emory UniversityPublic Health Medium confidence Analysis →

High Spelman CollegePublic Health Medium confidence Analysis →

High University of Alabama at BirminghamPublic Health High confidence Analysis →

ROI-ranked · what moves the needle now

Submit a detailed course list or transcript highlighting any advanced science or math courses (AP Biology, Statistics, or equivalent).

⭐ Wanted by 2 schools 🎯 Spelman College, University of Alabama at Birmingham ⚙ Low effort 🕒 Before application submission

Request a recommendation letter from a science or math teacher emphasizing analytical and quantitative skills.

⭐ Wanted by 2 schools 🎯 Spelman College, University of Alabama at Birmingham ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 Within 4 weeks

Submit evidence of advanced or dual-enrollment coursework in Biology, Statistics, or Epidemiology with strong grades to prove quantitative readiness.

🎯 Emory University ⚙ Medium effort 🕒 within 3 months (before early deadlines)

Retake the SAT or switch to ACT and aim for a 1400+/31+ score to close the academic readiness gap.

🎯 Emory University ⚙ High effort 🕒 within 3–4 months (before RD deadlines)

Develop a short policy or data brief from your UAB research to include in supplements or interviews, showing analytical and writing strength.

🎯 Emory University ⚙ Low effort 🕒 within 2 months

Consistent academic performance reflected in a 3.62 GPA, suggesting persistence and reliability over time.
Respectable SAT score indicating general college readiness across reading and math.
Intentional choice of Public Health major, signaling at least some awareness or interest in population-level health issues.
Demonstrated alignment with Spelman’s mission through community health work, leadership, and service-oriented motivation.

Lack of contextual data — no school profile, course rigor, or activity list limits the committee’s ability to gauge academic environment or engagement.
Academic metrics (GPA 3.62, SAT 1310) are solid but not distinctive for a highly selective program like Emory’s Public Health track.
No demonstrated evidence of quantitative or health-related preparation, leaving uncertainty about readiness for data-driven coursework.
Lack of detailed academic context — no transcript or course list to confirm exposure to biology, chemistry, or statistics, which are foundational for Public Health.