Helaine Zhao
Harvard University • N/A • Class of 2024
Key Activities
Piano
13+ years experience, international competitions and concerts, submitted music supplemental portfolio
Self-Published Author
Authored 5 novels online, wrote over 1 million words, accumulated over 9 million views, earned over $10,000 from monetization
"Between You and I" Nonprofit Founder
Founded 501c3 organization in 2018 with 300+ volunteers, organized senior center concerts, trash cleanups, virtual learning programs, raised nearly $10,000 for disaster relief
International Business and Development Internship
4 years, team lead, helped Nigerian entrepreneurs start small businesses with grant proposals, financial solutions, marketing materials
Investment Club Co-founder
Taught students about investing and financial decision-making
ASB President
Previously Public Relations Officer, founded fundraising program "Path" where students vote for organizations to support
Piano Teacher
Taught 4 piano students weekly, focusing on technique, theory, and repertoire
Writer/Reporter
Published 9 articles for LA Times High School Insider (1 featured in top stories), 2 in Youth Colonia Anthology, 2 in Literacy Guild Anthology
Hela's Bakery Business Owner
Home cookie business, sold nearly 1,400 cookies, social media videos viewed almost 3 million times
Volunteer at Discovery Cube Science Center
Engaged with guests, operated exhibits, answered STEM questions
Scholarships & Awards Received
Advanced Courses
Advanced Placement (AP)
Other Advanced Courses
Additional Acceptances
Intended Majors & Universities
Applied to programs focused on Multifaceted excellence combining classical piano performance (13+ years, international competitions), entrepreneurship (self-published author earning $10K+, cookie business with 3M video views), nonprofit leadership (300+ volunteers, $10K raised), international business development (Nigerian entrepreneurship support), and STEM distinction (Chemistry Olympiad national finalist, Davidson Fellow) across various universities.
Notes on Application
College admissions involve holistic review - all aspects of application contribute
Avoid comparing yourself to others
Focus on your own journey
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