Ellie Stepankoff

Student leadership, social impact, and academic excellence

About me

I am a high-achieving student with a strong academic record and a consistent commitment to leadership, service, and community-building.

My interests center on business, finance, and social entrepreneurship, and I am drawn to opportunities that combine analytical thinking with real-world impact.

I am seeking an undergraduate program in the United States that values initiative, collaboration, and meaningful engagement beyond the classroom.

Academic Profile

Approximate gpa: 3.99–4.0
Sat: 1480 (790 math, 690 reading and writing)
Target score: 1550

My strongest academic areas include analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and structured thinking, particularly in mathematics. I approach academics with a growth mindset and actively work to strengthen standardized testing performance alongside advanced coursework and extracurricular responsibilities.

I maintain a near-perfect academic record while balancing a demanding schedule of leadership roles, athletics, and service commitments. My coursework reflects strong quantitative skills, consistent academic discipline, and a clear commitment to long-term excellence.

Leadership and Service

Co-founder and leader, social entrepreneurship club

Help lead a student organization focused on business-driven solutions to community challenges. Manage social media and contribute to planning and execution of club initiatives.

C-teen leader

Lead peer engagement in an international Jewish teen community through creative programs and community-building.

Participate in service learning initiatives and plan to expand long-term volunteering with Jasa.

Service learning and ongoing volunteering

School and Community Involvement

Law review
Strengthen critical reading, writing, and analytical skills.
Highliner (Avenues publication)
Contributing writer with an article currently in preparation.
Avenues ambassador
Represent the school through tours, student panels, and community events.
Math buddies tutor and BigFuture ambassador
Support younger students academically and assist peers with college and career readiness.

Consistent engagement in school-based and community organizations that emphasize communication, mentorship, and representation.

Athletics and Long-Term Commitment

Five to six years of consistent participation, practicing several times per week.

Recreational tennis

Girls varsity basketball manager

Support team organization, planning, and daily operations while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Experience and Forward Focus

Professional exploration

Short-term experience in healthcare, billing, and finance, including a paid internship at a brokerage firm.

Global experience

Participated in a short-term study abroad program in Italy focused on product pitching and communication.

Plans include sustained volunteering, a business or finance-focused passion project, research publication, and the development of a nonprofit initiative.