Future Coyote Scores Perfect 36 on ACT
“I was definitely shocked when I first saw my score,” said Knecht, a senior at Lawton-Bronson High School in Lawton, Iowa. “Getting a 36 on the ACT is something no one really expects to happen to them, so when it did happen to me, I was definitely surprised. I was also just really grateful that all of the work I had done for the past four years of my life was paying off in a way I never expected.”
A perfect score on the ACT – a standardized test used for college admissions – earned the future Coyote a scholarship to the university. For Knecht, though, getting a perfect score meant a little more than financial assistance – it gave her motivation to reach new heights in the next stage of her life.
“It’s easy to say that achieving a perfect ACT score and doing well in high school gave me many scholarships and opportunities, but I think the most important thing it gave me was confidence,” said Knecht. “I realize now that I can achieve my goals with the necessary drive, and I look forward to putting in the work to reach my fullest potential.”
Knecht plans to attend USD in the fall of 2023 and major in medical biology. When thinking about her future at the state’s flagship university, Knecht said she is looking forward to the research opportunities as well as immersing herself in the college experience.
“I am definitely most excited about the research opportunities at USD,” said Knecht. “I know that being involved with the research at USD will teach me so much and make me a better student and future physician.
“While I am very excited to study and learn at USD, I am also really excited to experience all the aspects of college. I am excited about meeting new people, supporting the Coyotes on game days and all of the new parts of life college will bring me,” she added.
In her future, Knecht hopes to get her M.D. and work as a pediatrician.
“I have always known that I wanted to be a doctor, and I realized at a young age this would take a lot of work and dedication, starting in high school,” Knecht said. “This is just the beginning of my journey, but I know I want to dedicate my life to helping others.”
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