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Htoo

Progressed to Brown University (Ivy League, Ranked #13 Best University in the U.S)

Academically ambitions, Htoo has been accepted to Brown University, which is ranked thirteenth in the U.S college rankings* and is known for its strong science and technology programs.  

Htoo is a very dedicated student, working hard on the essential high school courses and college admissions testing requirements but also engaging in varied independent study project, research activities and engineering challenges. He earned a 1550 score on the SAT, which places him in the top 1% of SAT test takers worldwide.

In addition to maintaining an impressive 4.0 GPA and studying 8 AP courses, Htoo has also participated in the CATS Boston dual enrollment partnership with Quincy College, earning himself college-credit in Computer Programming.

Htoo’s college counselor, Courtney Whalen said “Htoo truly embodies what it means to be a CATS Boston student. His hard work, persistence, and passion did not go unnoticed this past Fall. I witnessed Htoo go above and beyond daily to fulfill his dream of attending Brown University – a school that would challenge and ignite his lifelong journey as a changemaker. Brown University not only offered his academic interest but is also a school that would meet 100% of his demonstrated financial need.”

Student Introduction

Nationality: Myanmar

Program:  High School Diploma

Destination: Brown University

Potential Major: Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering

Academic & Extracurricular Achievements

AP Courses: AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, AP Multivariable Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Computer Science, AP U.S History and AP Literature.

Honors Courses: World History

Extracurriculars:  Interested in mechanical and aerospace engineering, Htoo has demonstrated his interest through relevant extracurricular activities and projects. In 2023, he completed an independent study project in e-commerce, the full-stack development of an e-commerce website. Htoo built a functioning e-commerce website using multiple tools and technologies; this full-stack development is particularly impressive as most professional companies employ multiple software engineers to achieve the same goal.

Further, Htoo was the Founder and President of the CATS Robotic Team and Rocket Club and participated in the American Rocketry Challenge (2022).

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