Carnegie Mellon: Why have you chosen your major, department or program? (This essay should include the reasons why you've chosen the major, any goals or relevant work plans and any other information you would like us to know. If you are applying to more than one college or program, please ment..

Lewis & Clark: Why do you think Lewis & Clark is a good match for you? 133-word version: As distant as I dare recall, I have always been interested in psychology, especially in the area of child development. Although I am only an apprentice to psychology, I suspect that the subject ca..

Rochester (Combined Program Essay): You have already explained why you are applying to the University of Rochester. Now please elaborate on your interest in and your qualifications for the combined - admission program you selected above in less than 300 words. 177-word version: Pre-medical &am..

Boston U: Students consider many different factors when applying to college. Briefly discuss who or what influenced your decision to apply to Boston University. Please be as specific as possible. (Please limit your response to the space below.) 130-word version: Sociology-oriented – Bos..

MIT: Although you may not yet know what you want to major in, which department or program at MIT appeals to you and why? (100 words) 100-word version: Environmental Eng. – MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) I know my contributions as an environmental engineer may be small. But I..

MIT: Although you may not yet know what you want to major in, which department or program at MIT appeals to you and why? (100 words) 88-word version: Economics – MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) I am interested in studying economics at MIT. It would be natural to have an inter..