San Carlos students make Tufts University dean's list

Four local students recognized for academic excellence

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Several students from San Carlos have been named to the Tufts University dean's list for earning at least a 3.4 GPA. The students, including Malia Leung, Lauren Wu, Tyler Wong, and Clay Hinsdale, are joined by classmates from nearby communities on the Peninsula who were also recognized for their strong academic performance.

Why it matters

Making the dean's list at a prestigious university like Tufts is a significant academic achievement that reflects the hard work and dedication of these San Carlos students. It also highlights the quality of education and the academic success of students from the local community.

The details

The students were named to the Tufts University dean's list for the most recent academic term. To qualify, they had to earn a grade point average of at least 3.4. In addition to the four students from San Carlos, others from nearby communities such as Atherton, Belmont, Redwood City, and San Mateo were also recognized for their academic excellence.

  • The students were named to the Tufts University dean's list on February 28, 2026.

The players

Malia Leung

A student from San Carlos who was named to the Tufts University dean's list.

Lauren Wu

A student from San Carlos who was named to the Tufts University dean's list.

Tyler Wong

A student from San Carlos who was named to the Tufts University dean's list.

Clay Hinsdale

A student from San Carlos who was named to the Tufts University dean's list.

Tufts University

A private research university located in Medford/Somerville, Massachusetts.

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The takeaway

The academic achievements of these San Carlos students demonstrate the strong educational foundation and support available in the local community, which is helping to produce high-performing students who are excelling at top universities.