Hey! I'm Yashwant, a freshman at UC Berkeley studying Engineering. I'm from Arlington Heights, Illinois, where I spent high school launching a stratospheric balloon for Northrop Grumman, leading our DECA chapter, and running a student coffee shop, among many other things.

Outside academics, I'm a pretty social person, so I love to hang out and call my friends and listen to their stories. I'm also a huge volleyball fan, I watch and play volleyball very often. I spent all 4 years of highschool playing volleyball as well, with my position being Libero. Additionally, I'm a huge Golden State Warriors Fan!

My college application process was chaotic. I applied to around 30 schools. As the older brother in the family, this was the first time navigating college admissions for me and my family. So I spent a lot of time working on my essays, researching schools, and various programs. Subsequently, I am very fortunate to be in the position I am in and want to help others get into their dream college!

What are previous Jobs/Internships you have had? If yes please list Jobs/Internships

• Internship at Northrop Grumman (High School Involvment Partnership Program)
• Internship at Alexian Brothers (Local Hospital)

Are you involved in any student organizations, activities, or clubs on campus? If yes, please list the name(s) of the organization(s), activity/activities, or club(s)

• ACG Tech Consulting

Have you received any awards to date? if yes please list awards

• DECA State Champion (First in State) for Business Services Marketing (2025), also got Top 40 in the world the same year.
• DECA International Finalist (Top 20 in the World) For Business Services Marketing (2024)
• DECA 4th in State for Business Services Marketing (2024)
• Illinois State Scholar
• AP Scholar w/ Distinction
• Graduated high school from highest honors
• International Honorable Delegate (Top 5) at Model United Nations @ University of Chicago (2025)
• 11th in State for Illinois ICTM math competition for jr/sr 8 person team (2024)