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PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program: Materials Science and Engineering, PhD Term: Fall 2024
Concentration: Electronic/Optical/Magnetic Materials, Materials for Energy, Polymers and Soft Certificate:
Sub-matriculation School: Enrollment Choice (FT/PT):
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name
Heesung Yoon
Preferred First Name: Heesung Maiden or Other Name:
Birth Information – Date of Birth: 10-12-1998
City, State/ Province, Country of Birth: Seoul, South Korea
Citizenship
Citizenship Status: Non U.S. Citizen Country of Citizenship: South Korea
Dual Country of Citizenship: Immigration Sponsorship Required? Yes
Do you have U.S. work authorization documentation?
Contact Information
Email Address: clasyoon@naver.com
Email Address Valid Until:
Alternative Email Address: clas.yoon@gmail.com
Notification Address
103-2106, 22, Dogok-ro 78-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Rep. of KOREA
Seoul, Seoul, 06279
South Korea Notification Address Valid Until:
Preferred US Phone Number: Secondary US Phone Number:
Preferred Non-US Phone Number: +821073032105 Secondary Non-US Phone Number:
Permanent Address

Permanent Address Valid Until:

Languages
Native Language: Korean
Language 1 / Rating: English / Fluent Language 2 / Rating: Japanese / Intermediate
Language 3 / Rating: Language 4 / Rating:
Language 5 / Rating: Language 6 / Rating:
Ancient Language 1 / Notes: Ancient Language 2 / Notes:
Ancient Language 3 / Notes: Ancient Language 4 / Notes:
Ancient Language 5 / Notes: Ancient Language 6 / Notes:
Sex & Gender
Sex: Male Gender Identity: Male/Man
Pronouns: He, Him, His
Military Service
Are you the spouse or dependent of someone who is currently serving or who has served in the US Armed Services? No
Are you currently serving, or have you served in the US Armed Forces? No
Volunteer Corps
Have you served in the Peace Corps? Have you served in AmeriCorps?
Are you currently, or will you be, a member of the Teach for America
Are you a City Year corps member or alumnus?
program?
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Family Background
Do you come from a family with an annual income below established Are you, or will you be the first person in your immediate family to
low income thresholds? No have completed a bachelor’s degree? No
Exploring Community at Penn
How will you explore community at Penn? Consider how Penn will help shape your perspective, and how your experiences and perspective will
help shape Penn.
At Penn, I am eager to immerse myself in the vibrant and diverse. I plan to explore the community through active participation in
clubs, organizations, and campus events. Engaging with my peers from diverse backgrounds and esteemed faculties, will not only
broaden my understanding of different perspectives but also prepare me to make original contributions to the future. Penn's
emphasis on interdisciplinary learning aligns with my desire to cultivate a holistic perspective, allowing me to bridge diverse ideas
and contribute to the intellectual tapestry of the university.

I believe my experience in 2 other countries [the USA and Japan] will bring much more diversity and perspective to Penn, enriching
discussions and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Moreover, I am committed to actively participating in initiatives that
promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, contributing to the university's ongoing efforts to create a welcoming and supportive
atmosphere for all.

Accordingly, through these interactions, I am confident that my journey at Penn will be marked by personal growth and meaningful
connections that will shape my perspective as well as the evolving landscape of the Penn community.

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ACADEMIC BACKGROUND - COLLEGE
College / University Information

Another name used on prior academic records?

Heesung Yoon
Post-Secondary / College/University #1 : KOREA UNIVERSITY
City: State/Province: Country:
SEOUL South Korea
Begin Date: End Date:
03-2017 02-2024
Degree Level: Type of Degree or Major Field(s) of Study:
Diploma:
Bachelor's BS Materials Science and Engineering
GPA Scale: Other GPA Scale: GPA:
Other 4.5 4.12
Will you receive this (For institutions in countries where English is not an official
Is this your primary
degree prior to enrolling language) Was English the primary language of instructions for
undergraduate institution? Yes at Penn? Yes all non-language programs at this institution? No
Post-Secondary / College/University #2 :
City: State/Province: Country:

Begin Date: End Date:

Degree Level: Type of Degree or Major Field(s) of Study:

Diploma:

GPA Scale: Other GPA Scale: GPA:

Will you receive this (For institutions in countries where English is not an official
Is this your primary
degree prior to enrolling language) Was English the primary language of instructions for
undergraduate institution?
at Penn? all non-language programs at this institution?
Post-Secondary / College/University #3 :

City: State/Province: Country:

Begin Date: End Date:

Degree Level: Type of Degree or Major Field(s) of Study:

Diploma:

GPA Scale: Other GPA Scale: GPA:

Will you receive this (For institutions in countries where English is not an official
Is this your primary
degree prior to enrolling language) Was English the primary language of instructions for
undergraduate institution?
at Penn? all non-language programs at this institution?
Post-Secondary / College/University #4 :

City: State/Province: Country:

Begin Date: End Date:

Degree Level: Type of Degree or Major Field(s) of Study:

Diploma:

GPA Scale: Other GPA Scale: GPA:

Will you receive this (For institutions in countries where English is not an official
Is this your primary
degree prior to enrolling language) Was English the primary language of instructions for
undergraduate institution?
at Penn? all non-language programs at this institution?
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Post-Secondary / College/University #5 :

City: State/Province: Country:

Begin Date: End Date:

Degree Level: Type of Degree or Major Field(s) of Study:

Diploma:

GPA Scale: Other GPA Scale: GPA:

Will you receive this (For institutions in countries where English is not an official
Is this your primary
degree prior to enrolling language) Was English the primary language of instructions for
undergraduate institution?
at Penn? all non-language programs at this institution?
Fellowships and Awards
If you have been competitively awarded any fellowships or other honors, briefly describe.
Scholarship of Internship for Credit [Summer 2023]
KU Alumni Scholarship [Spring 2023]
Special Scholarships [Spring 2023, Fall 2022]

Dean's List [Spring. 2023]

Semester High Honors [Fall. 2018, Spring. 2019, Spring. 2022, Fall. 2022, Spring. 2023]
1st Place in Capstone Design [Fall. 2022]

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STANDARDIZED TESTS - GRE
GRE
GRE General Test 1 Date of Test:
Verbal Score: Quantitative Score: Writing Score:
Verbal Percentile: Quantitative Percentile: Writing Percentile:
GRE General Test 2 Date of Test:
Verbal Score: Quantitative Score: Writing Score:
Verbal Percentile: Quantitative Percentile: Writing Percentile:
GRE General Test 3 Date of Test:
Verbal Score: Quantitative Score: Writing Score:
Verbal Percentile: Quantitative Percentile: Writing Percentile:
GRE Subject Tests
Have you taken (a) GRE Subject test(s)? No
GRE Subject Test 1 Date of Test:
Subject: Subject Score:
GRE Subject Test 2 Date of Test:
Subject: Subject Score:
GRE Subject Test 3 Date of Test:
Subject: Subject Score:
GRE Subject Test 4 Date of Test:
Subject: Subject Score:
GRE Subject Test 5 Date of Test:
Subject: Subject Score:

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STANDARDIZED TESTS – ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
TOEFL
TOEFL 1 – Have you taken the TOEFL? Yes Have you requested that your official scores be sent to Penn?
Yes
Date of Test: 10-2023 Reading Score: 29
Speaking Score: 24 Listening Score: 29
Writing Score: 22 Total Score: 104
TOEFL 2 Have you requested that your official scores be sent to Penn?

Date of Test: Reading Score:

Speaking Score: Listening Score:
Writing Score: Total Score:
IELTS
IELTS 1 – Have you taken the IELTS? No Have you requested that your official scores be sent to Penn?

Date of Test: Reading Score:

Speaking Score: Listening Score:
Writing Score: Total Score:
IELTS 2 – Have you taken the IELTS? Have you requested that your official scores be sent to Penn?

Date of Test: Reading Score:

Speaking Score: Listening Score:
Writing Score: Total Score:
PTE Date of Test:
Overall Score:
Listening Score: Reading Score:
Speaking Score: Writing Score:
Grammar Score: Oral Fluency Score:
Pronunciation Score: Spelling Score:
Vocabulary Score: Written Disclosure Score:
Duolingo - Have you taken the Duolingo English test? Have you requested official scores be sent to Penn?
Duolingo 1
Date of Test: Literacy Score:
Comprehension Score: Conversation Score:
Production Score: Total Score:
Duolingo 2
Date of Test: Literacy Score:
Comprehension Score: Conversation Score:
Production Score: Total Score:

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RECOMMENDATIONS
Recommender 1
First Name/Given Name, Last Name/Family Name/Recommender Type Email Address:

Taegon Oh taegon.oh@kist.re.kr
Do you waive the right to view the recommendation? Yes Online submission? Yes
Recommender 2
First Name/Given Name, Last Name/Family Name/ Recommender Type Email Address:

Seok Su Sohn sssohn@korea.ac.kr

Do you waive the right to view the recommendation? Yes Online submission? Yes
Recommender 3
First Name/Given Name, Last Name/Family Name/ Recommender Type Email Address:

Yong-Mook Kang mathdake@gmail.com

Do you waive the right to view the recommendation? Yes Online submission? Yes
Recommender 4
First Name/Given Name, Last Name/Family Name/ Recommender Type Email Address:

Do you waive the right to view the recommendation? Online submission?

Recommender 5
First Name/Given Name, Last Name/Family Name/ Recommender Type Email Address:

Do you waive the right to view the recommendation? Online submission?

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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
VARIES BY PROGRAM
Personal Statement: EG_Yoon_Heesung_95280373_PERSONALSTATEMENT.pdf
Writing Sample:
Writing Sample:
Writing Sample:
Writing Sample:
Curriculum Vitae:
Resume: Yoon_Heesung_90999561_UPENNG-RESUME_ATTACH_95280373.pdf
Essay 1:
Essay 2:
Essay 3:
Essay 4:
Essay 5:
Digital Portfolio 1:
Digital Portfolio 2:
Research Statement:
Professional Schools Application:
Other Support (Applicant)

Mentor Biosketch and Other Support (Combined Document):

Curriculum Planning Guide:

AID-GC Scholarship Essay:
BAAS Scholarship Essay:
Academic Integrity Violation Statement

Self-Reported English Proficiency Test Score

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Penn Background
Have you ever applied for admission at Penn before?
Previous Application #1 Year: School:
Previous Application #2 Year: School:
Previous Application #3 Year: School:
Previous Application #4 Year: School:
Previous Application #5 Year: School:
Are you a current student at Penn? No Penn ID:
Where Employed:
Are you currently employed at Penn? No
Are you a Penn Alum? No School and last year attended:

University Relations
Do you have a parent (biological or adoptive) who is a full-time Do you have a parent, grandparent or sibling who has attended the
member of the faculty or staff at the University of Pennsylvania? University of Pennsylvania?
Parent/Grandparent/Sibling #1:
Name Relationship
Graduating Class or Year Degree School / Major

Parent/Grandparent/Sibling #2:
Name Relationship
Graduating Class or Year Degree School / Major

How did you hear about us?

Professor / Academic Advisor

To what other graduate programs do you intend to apply?

Graduate Program 1: School /Institution

Program Degree

Graduate Program 2: School /Institution

Program Degree

Graduate Program 3: School /Institution

Program Degree

Research Information

Title of your proposed research project

Mentor Information

Primary Mentor Secondary Mentor

Department Chair / Division Chief Other

Information Sharing

Other people with whom you permit us to share information about your application status? Name, Relationship, Email Address, Phone Number

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Years of work experience, including summer jobs or positions held during your undergraduate or graduate studies if relevant:

Employer #1: Name Military Service at Republic of Korea Air Force

Start Date: 04-2020 End Date: 01-2022

Number and Street Name 357, Yeseong-ro, Yucheon-myeon, Yecheon-gun
Address Line 2
City, State/ Province, Country Yecheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do, 36842, South Korea
Position Title/Department/Industry: Reason for Leaving:
administrative specialist discharged as sergeant

Employer #2: Name

Start Date: End Date:

Number and Street Name

Address Line 2
City, State/ Province, Country

Position Title/Department/Industry: Reason for Leaving:

Employer #3: Name

Start Date: End Date:

Number and Street Name

Address Line 2
City, State/ Province, Country

Position Title/Department/Industry: Reason for Leaving:

Employer #4: Name

Start Date: End Date:

Number and Street Name

Address Line 2
City, State/ Province, Country

Position Title/Department/Industry: Reason for Leaving:

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