Common Application: Personal Essay (3 versions)
CommonApp: Please provide a statement that addresses your reasons for transferring and the objectives you hope to achieve. You can type directly into the box, or you can paste text from another source. (250-650 words)
Version 1: 650 words
With the complete failure of my father’s business early when I was in high school, I gave up all hope for college, as the extent of the failure was severer than anyone could ever conceive, and went to live with my grandparents...
Version 2: 650 words
With the complete failure of my father’s business early when I was in high school, I gave up all hope for college, as the extent of the failure was severer than anyone could ever conceive, and went to live with my grandparents...
UC (U of California): Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement? (Responses to each question are limited to 350 words. All questions are given equal consideration in the review process.)
Version 3: 350 words
With the complete failure of my father’s business early when I was in high school, I gave up all hope for college, as the extent of the failure was severer than anyone could ever conceive, and went to live with my grandparents...