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Jamshidbek Izzatulloh | Blog
07.04.202514:49
Meet the Class of 2029
Below is the list of Uzbeks we personally know who will be studying at prestigious universities in the US and beyond.
👍 Ozodbek - Amherst
👍 Nazokat - Amherst
👍 Zafar - Babson
😳 Aydos - Brown
❤️ Said - Colby
😳 Timur - Cornell
❤️ Eldor - CMU-Q
❤️ Jaxongir - CMU-Q
❤️ Khusan - Duke
❤️ Gulnoza - Duke
😳 Azizbek - Harvard
😳 Jasurbek - Harvard
👍 Akramjon - Haverford
😔 Mustafo - HKU
❤️ Azizbek - KAIST
❤️ Kamoliddin - KAIST
❤️ Manzilbek - KAIST
☝️ Elbek - KFUPM
☝️ Abdulbosit - KFUPM
👍 Ozod - Lehigh
🌟 Adilkhan - Lingnan
👍 Abdullox - MIT
🔥 Murod - NYUAD
🔥 Bibisora - NYUAD
🔥 Islom - NYUAD
🔥 Sevara - NYUAD
🔥 Mubina - NYUAD
🔥 Hulkar - NYUAD
🔥 Behruz - NYUAD
🔥 Nozima - NYUAD
🔥 Bosit- NYUAD
🔥 Zafar - NYUAD
👍 Mirshod - Ole Miss
👍 Asliddin - Ole Miss
😳 Ruhshona - UPenn
😳 Muhsina - UPenn
😱 Munisa - UChicago
😱 Asilbek - UChicago
🌟Najmitdin - UToronto
🥳 Jamshidbek - Vanderbilt
The list was constructed in collaboration with people on the list and is subject to change. We added as many people as we knew and ready to add more if needed. No elitism intended. If you didn't find yourself from the list although you have committed to a university, please approach me so I can add you to our group and to the list. Thank you.
@Jamshidbek_Izzatulloh
Below is the list of Uzbeks we personally know who will be studying at prestigious universities in the US and beyond.
👍 Ozodbek - Amherst
👍 Nazokat - Amherst
👍 Zafar - Babson
😳 Aydos - Brown
❤️ Said - Colby
😳 Timur - Cornell
❤️ Eldor - CMU-Q
❤️ Jaxongir - CMU-Q
❤️ Khusan - Duke
❤️ Gulnoza - Duke
😳 Azizbek - Harvard
😳 Jasurbek - Harvard
👍 Akramjon - Haverford
😔 Mustafo - HKU
❤️ Azizbek - KAIST
❤️ Kamoliddin - KAIST
❤️ Manzilbek - KAIST
☝️ Elbek - KFUPM
☝️ Abdulbosit - KFUPM
👍 Ozod - Lehigh
🌟 Adilkhan - Lingnan
👍 Abdullox - MIT
🔥 Murod - NYUAD
🔥 Bibisora - NYUAD
🔥 Islom - NYUAD
🔥 Sevara - NYUAD
🔥 Mubina - NYUAD
🔥 Hulkar - NYUAD
🔥 Behruz - NYUAD
🔥 Nozima - NYUAD
🔥 Bosit- NYUAD
🔥 Zafar - NYUAD
👍 Mirshod - Ole Miss
👍 Asliddin - Ole Miss
😳 Ruhshona - UPenn
😳 Muhsina - UPenn
😱 Munisa - UChicago
😱 Asilbek - UChicago
🌟Najmitdin - UToronto
🥳 Jamshidbek - Vanderbilt
The list was constructed in collaboration with people on the list and is subject to change. We added as many people as we knew and ready to add more if needed. No elitism intended. If you didn't find yourself from the list although you have committed to a university, please approach me so I can add you to our group and to the list. Thank you.
@Jamshidbek_Izzatulloh
18.03.202517:58
Tomorrow at 5am Notre Dame results are out.
Has anyone applied?
Has anyone applied?
14.03.202523:42
Just got 2 rejections in a row, this is your sign to never loose your hope until your very last college decision, that last one can change your whole life!
12.04.202508:36
The first right thing to do as soon as you arrive in Tashkent💅
30.03.202502:43
🌟 How to Write a Strong LOCI (Waitlist Letter) and Boost Your Chances!
I know there have been a ton of reassuring posts about college decisions and rejections, but I want to specifically address those of you who’ve been waitlisted. Many of waitlisted applicants know that they need to write LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest), but don’t know how to write an effective one. So, let me spill the tea!
🔍 What is a LOCI (Waitlist Letter)?
A LOCI is a letter you send to a college after being waitlisted. It’s your chance to:
Reinforce your commitment to the school.
Showcase how you've grown since you applied and highlight any new accomplishments.
🌟 Why is the LOCI Important?
THEY work! ✅ Many students get off the waitlist simply by sending one, while others don’t, leaving you with a clear leg up if you take the time to send a well-written letter.
Many students don’t know how to write a LOCI correctly, so if you do it well, you’re ahead of the game!
It’s also important to note that since you’ve applied, you’ve probably accomplished more things — whether that’s raising your GPA, completing a project, or retaking the SAT. This is your chance to highlight those new accomplishments.
✍️ How to Write a Successful LOCI?
Start with your commitment:
Open your letter by clearly stating that if admitted, you would attend the school without hesitation.
This shows them you’re genuinely interested, not just waiting around for a better option.
Academic Updates (1-2 paragraphs):
1-2 paragraphs about academic updates (Test scores, GPA, Olympiads, Awards/Recognitions or other academic contests
Provide specific numbers to show growth. (Think of this as an Activities List, but for updates.)
Extracurricular Updates (1-2 paragraphs):
Highlight any new leadership roles or major achievements in your extracurriculars.
Show growth in your involvement, and again, use quantitative results if possible.
For example: “Led my school’s robotics team to the regional finals, increasing our ranking by 20%” or “Organized a community charity drive that raised $5,000 for a local shelter.”
Personal/Family Updates (1 paragraph):
This section is where you get more personal.
Have you been involved in community service, helped a vulnerable group, or started a project for social good?
Maybe you helped take care of a sick relative or played a role in a family tradition — share these moments. This gives a glimpse into your character beyond academics.
Example: “Started a food donation project during Ramadan, delivering over 100 meals to low-income families.”
Reaffirm Your Interest (1 paragraph):
End the letter by reiterating that this school is your #1 choice.
Aim for 650-800 words — concise, but detailed enough to show all your progress.
Best of luck and Ramadan Muborak! 🌙
Check out the comments to access s successful UPenn LOCI
Let me know in the comments if you’ve found this post useful👇
I know there have been a ton of reassuring posts about college decisions and rejections, but I want to specifically address those of you who’ve been waitlisted. Many of waitlisted applicants know that they need to write LOCI (Letter of Continued Interest), but don’t know how to write an effective one. So, let me spill the tea!
🔍 What is a LOCI (Waitlist Letter)?
A LOCI is a letter you send to a college after being waitlisted. It’s your chance to:
Reinforce your commitment to the school.
Showcase how you've grown since you applied and highlight any new accomplishments.
🌟 Why is the LOCI Important?
THEY work! ✅ Many students get off the waitlist simply by sending one, while others don’t, leaving you with a clear leg up if you take the time to send a well-written letter.
Many students don’t know how to write a LOCI correctly, so if you do it well, you’re ahead of the game!
It’s also important to note that since you’ve applied, you’ve probably accomplished more things — whether that’s raising your GPA, completing a project, or retaking the SAT. This is your chance to highlight those new accomplishments.
✍️ How to Write a Successful LOCI?
Start with your commitment:
Open your letter by clearly stating that if admitted, you would attend the school without hesitation.
This shows them you’re genuinely interested, not just waiting around for a better option.
Academic Updates (1-2 paragraphs):
1-2 paragraphs about academic updates (Test scores, GPA, Olympiads, Awards/Recognitions or other academic contests
Provide specific numbers to show growth. (Think of this as an Activities List, but for updates.)
Extracurricular Updates (1-2 paragraphs):
Highlight any new leadership roles or major achievements in your extracurriculars.
Show growth in your involvement, and again, use quantitative results if possible.
For example: “Led my school’s robotics team to the regional finals, increasing our ranking by 20%” or “Organized a community charity drive that raised $5,000 for a local shelter.”
Personal/Family Updates (1 paragraph):
This section is where you get more personal.
Have you been involved in community service, helped a vulnerable group, or started a project for social good?
Maybe you helped take care of a sick relative or played a role in a family tradition — share these moments. This gives a glimpse into your character beyond academics.
Example: “Started a food donation project during Ramadan, delivering over 100 meals to low-income families.”
Reaffirm Your Interest (1 paragraph):
End the letter by reiterating that this school is your #1 choice.
Aim for 650-800 words — concise, but detailed enough to show all your progress.
Best of luck and Ramadan Muborak! 🌙
Check out the comments to access s successful UPenn LOCI
Let me know in the comments if you’ve found this post useful👇
17.03.202520:13
Since I recently created this channel, and many of you joined hoping to get insights into the U.S. admissions process, I want to make one thing clear: while I’ll do my best to share valuable content, I don’t claim to be an admissions expert. My acceptance to Babson doesn’t make me better than anyone else, nor does it define me. It simply means that my hard work was recognized and paid off. I don’t want my content to revolve solely around being a "Babson student" because there’s more to me than just a college acceptance.
So, let me introduce myself and give you a quick glimpse into my background.
I’m originally from Samarkand, where I lived most of my life. I studied at Public School 37 till the 10th grade, after which I went to the US as a FLEX exchange student.
During my time in the US, I was so caught up in my daily routine - going to school, playing varsity tennis and track & field, and spending time with my host family, that I didn’t think much about applying to universities. I loved shopping with my host family, cooking Uzbek food together, and watching movies - it was a stable, carefree period of my life.
But when I returned home, it hit me. It felt like my life had been abruptly cut off. The people I saw every day were suddenly gone, and the world I had built for a year just disappeared. I was in the middle of an existential crisis, and having to take state exams in Uzbekistan didn’t make it any easier.
By May 2024, I realized I was lagging behind. I had no SAT or IELTS. The only thing I had going for me was my high GPA both in Uzbekistan and the U.S, my nonprofit work, and a decent number of school awards and ECs that I could leverage on my CommonApp.
I knew I was doing everything I could do at that time, but deep down, I knew that my chances of getting into a US university —let alone winning a full scholarship—were low. That’s when I oddly all of a sudden moved to Tashkent and enrolled at WIUT.
After my life in the U.S., returning to a slow-paced life in Samarkand felt suffocating. Tashkent was my escape, even though WIUT wasn’t the best choice, I thought I would get caught up to the uni life and that would help me deal with my existential crisis. But once I got there, I felt completely out of place. I isolated myself, spending all my time in the library, working on my Common App.
Months passed. I took the IELTS and scored an 8 which wasn’t surprising, since many FLEXers get similar scores with minimal prep. Language immersion definitely helped. But my SAT? That was a different story.
With time running out, I completely wrecked my sleep schedule, staying up until 5-6 AM because my anxiety convinced me that if I didn’t work on my essays, I’d fail. December rolled around, right before my birthday, and I finally made the decision to drop out of WIUT. I knew I wouldn’t be able to juggle midterms, SAT prep, and college applications all at once.
I took the December SAT, got a subpar score, and realized I had no choice but to apply test optional. That’s when I narrowed down my college list and just prayed for a miracle—hoping that, somehow, I’d find the inspiration to write standout essays.
Even on New Year's While everyone was celebrating, I was working on my application. IN fact, on that day, I even got a one-hour consultation from Umid (Yale ‘26), who roasted my personal statement and told me to rewrite it, knowing damn well I had less than 24 hours before the deadline. That didn't help at all and only destroyed my self-esteem further💀💀.
But even with very little hope left, I refused to give up. I worked until the last moment and submitted my applications.Then I tried to get back to a normal by fixing my sleep schedule and improving my mental well-being. I started going to the gym, running regularly again, and doing my best to not tweak from waiting for my results.
And Then… My Hard Work Paid Off.
I got a full ride to Babson.
The moral of the story? Do your best even if you think your chances are almost equal to 0. What is meant for you will find you and no one can take away what is truly meant for you.
So, let me introduce myself and give you a quick glimpse into my background.
I’m originally from Samarkand, where I lived most of my life. I studied at Public School 37 till the 10th grade, after which I went to the US as a FLEX exchange student.
During my time in the US, I was so caught up in my daily routine - going to school, playing varsity tennis and track & field, and spending time with my host family, that I didn’t think much about applying to universities. I loved shopping with my host family, cooking Uzbek food together, and watching movies - it was a stable, carefree period of my life.
But when I returned home, it hit me. It felt like my life had been abruptly cut off. The people I saw every day were suddenly gone, and the world I had built for a year just disappeared. I was in the middle of an existential crisis, and having to take state exams in Uzbekistan didn’t make it any easier.
By May 2024, I realized I was lagging behind. I had no SAT or IELTS. The only thing I had going for me was my high GPA both in Uzbekistan and the U.S, my nonprofit work, and a decent number of school awards and ECs that I could leverage on my CommonApp.
I knew I was doing everything I could do at that time, but deep down, I knew that my chances of getting into a US university —let alone winning a full scholarship—were low. That’s when I oddly all of a sudden moved to Tashkent and enrolled at WIUT.
After my life in the U.S., returning to a slow-paced life in Samarkand felt suffocating. Tashkent was my escape, even though WIUT wasn’t the best choice, I thought I would get caught up to the uni life and that would help me deal with my existential crisis. But once I got there, I felt completely out of place. I isolated myself, spending all my time in the library, working on my Common App.
Months passed. I took the IELTS and scored an 8 which wasn’t surprising, since many FLEXers get similar scores with minimal prep. Language immersion definitely helped. But my SAT? That was a different story.
With time running out, I completely wrecked my sleep schedule, staying up until 5-6 AM because my anxiety convinced me that if I didn’t work on my essays, I’d fail. December rolled around, right before my birthday, and I finally made the decision to drop out of WIUT. I knew I wouldn’t be able to juggle midterms, SAT prep, and college applications all at once.
I took the December SAT, got a subpar score, and realized I had no choice but to apply test optional. That’s when I narrowed down my college list and just prayed for a miracle—hoping that, somehow, I’d find the inspiration to write standout essays.
Even on New Year's While everyone was celebrating, I was working on my application. IN fact, on that day, I even got a one-hour consultation from Umid (Yale ‘26), who roasted my personal statement and told me to rewrite it, knowing damn well I had less than 24 hours before the deadline. That didn't help at all and only destroyed my self-esteem further💀💀.
But even with very little hope left, I refused to give up. I worked until the last moment and submitted my applications.Then I tried to get back to a normal by fixing my sleep schedule and improving my mental well-being. I started going to the gym, running regularly again, and doing my best to not tweak from waiting for my results.
And Then… My Hard Work Paid Off.
I got a full ride to Babson.
The moral of the story? Do your best even if you think your chances are almost equal to 0. What is meant for you will find you and no one can take away what is truly meant for you.
10.04.202517:32
The same thing goes for how we often attach our identities or self-worth to certain top universities — usually Ivy League schools — and label them as our "reach" or "dream" schools.
Yes, it’s important to build a meaningful and realistic college list — one that aligns with your long-term goals, offers strong programs in your area of interest, is located in a state you’d actually enjoy living for the next four years, and is generous with financial aid for international students.
But making one school your "dream" and hinging all your hopes on getting in can set you up for serious disappointment, which could turn into apathy or even depression that will take you months to crawl out of.
The truth is, the odds of getting into that one dream college might be closer to 0.0001%. And that’s not meant to discourage you from applying — go for it. But when you do, make sure you’re emotionally prepared for any outcome.
Thinking you deserve to get into your dream school is honestly pretty entitled. Studying abroad isn’t some guaranteed right — it’s a privilege that many people will never have. So wherever you end up, make the most of what you’ve been given.
Yes, it’s important to build a meaningful and realistic college list — one that aligns with your long-term goals, offers strong programs in your area of interest, is located in a state you’d actually enjoy living for the next four years, and is generous with financial aid for international students.
But making one school your "dream" and hinging all your hopes on getting in can set you up for serious disappointment, which could turn into apathy or even depression that will take you months to crawl out of.
The truth is, the odds of getting into that one dream college might be closer to 0.0001%. And that’s not meant to discourage you from applying — go for it. But when you do, make sure you’re emotionally prepared for any outcome.
Thinking you deserve to get into your dream school is honestly pretty entitled. Studying abroad isn’t some guaranteed right — it’s a privilege that many people will never have. So wherever you end up, make the most of what you’ve been given.
24.03.202515:51
Today I met with Said (Colby ‘29) and had Bobirjon’s favorite steak at Giotto lol. It was such a pleasure to meet Said, he really is a chill guy, an absolute legend🙌🏼
Soon I’ll visit Tashkent and hopefully will meet more people from the class of 2029.
Soon I’ll visit Tashkent and hopefully will meet more people from the class of 2029.
16.03.202514:31
10.04.202517:30
Lately, I’ve been seeing a lot of Q&As by top university admits, and one of the most common questions they get asked is:
"Sizning yutuqingiz siri nimada?"
"Man sizday bo'lish uchun nima qilishim kerak?"
Even I’ve received a few messages asking how I did it.
I think a lot of people confuse a university acceptance with success. I’m not trying to downplay the hard work all of us put into our applications — we have put so much of hour time, effort and worked hard — but is getting into a prestigious school really the definition of success? Is that really how we imagine successful people? Does being accepted to a Top-20 university — a process that depends on millions of factors, including luck automatically make someone successful?
I think a lot of people need to take a step back and reflect on what success actually means to them. It’s crucial to define your own values and not let external standards dictate your self-worth.
Of course, everyone’s interpretation of success is different. It’s shaped by our experiences, upbringing, religion, friends, family, and the media we consume. But when someone starts to see a college acceptance as the meaning of life, or a rejection as a devastating failure, life can get really miserable.
At the end of the day, the admissions process is like a lottery. lots of students get rejected despite near-perfect stats, while others without test scores get in. It’s rough, ruthless, unpredictable. And yes, sometimes it even feels unfair. But it is what it is — we can’t change that. We’re just participants in this huge, chaotic game.
So if you tie your sense of worth or happiness entirely to a university acceptance, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. Your value is so much more than a school name on your instagram bio or a telegram premium emoji.
"Sizning yutuqingiz siri nimada?"
"Man sizday bo'lish uchun nima qilishim kerak?"
Even I’ve received a few messages asking how I did it.
I think a lot of people confuse a university acceptance with success. I’m not trying to downplay the hard work all of us put into our applications — we have put so much of hour time, effort and worked hard — but is getting into a prestigious school really the definition of success? Is that really how we imagine successful people? Does being accepted to a Top-20 university — a process that depends on millions of factors, including luck automatically make someone successful?
I think a lot of people need to take a step back and reflect on what success actually means to them. It’s crucial to define your own values and not let external standards dictate your self-worth.
Of course, everyone’s interpretation of success is different. It’s shaped by our experiences, upbringing, religion, friends, family, and the media we consume. But when someone starts to see a college acceptance as the meaning of life, or a rejection as a devastating failure, life can get really miserable.
At the end of the day, the admissions process is like a lottery. lots of students get rejected despite near-perfect stats, while others without test scores get in. It’s rough, ruthless, unpredictable. And yes, sometimes it even feels unfair. But it is what it is — we can’t change that. We’re just participants in this huge, chaotic game.
So if you tie your sense of worth or happiness entirely to a university acceptance, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. Your value is so much more than a school name on your instagram bio or a telegram premium emoji.
19.03.202500:24
Notre damn.. stings
16.03.202511:52
After announcing that I got a full-ride scholarship to Babson, I received tons of positive messages, congratulating on my acceptance. I truly appreciate your support, it means a lot to me!
At the same time, many people were curious about my stats. When I mentioned that I didn’t submit my SAT scores, some started belittling my acceptance, saying that they or their friends got waitlisted despite having perfect SAT and IELTS scores and multiple national Olympiads. Good for them! My acceptance and scholarship weren’t just handed to me. I worked just as hard as each of you, and the absence of my SAT score doesn’t make me any less deserving. There’s more to my application than just numbers. Honestly, sometimes it feels like parts of the admissions community in Uzbekistan can’t just be happy for others. Instead of truly being happy for others, some people are too busy deciding who "deserves" what. Maybe that’s exactly why they don’t get what they want because they’re more focused on tearing others down than improving their own applications.
Success isn’t just about stats — it’s about impact, perseverance, and authenticity. Focus on your own path, and great things will come.
At the same time, many people were curious about my stats. When I mentioned that I didn’t submit my SAT scores, some started belittling my acceptance, saying that they or their friends got waitlisted despite having perfect SAT and IELTS scores and multiple national Olympiads. Good for them! My acceptance and scholarship weren’t just handed to me. I worked just as hard as each of you, and the absence of my SAT score doesn’t make me any less deserving. There’s more to my application than just numbers. Honestly, sometimes it feels like parts of the admissions community in Uzbekistan can’t just be happy for others. Instead of truly being happy for others, some people are too busy deciding who "deserves" what. Maybe that’s exactly why they don’t get what they want because they’re more focused on tearing others down than improving their own applications.
Success isn’t just about stats — it’s about impact, perseverance, and authenticity. Focus on your own path, and great things will come.
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