Common Application: Supplementary Essay(s) (6 versions)
Boston U: Additional Information (optional): Please use this space if you have additional information, materials, or writing samples you would like us to consider. (upload)
Version 1-1: 730 words
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture,..
Version 1-2: 653 words
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Emory U: In addition to the Common Application's Personal Statement, please choose one (1) of the essays below (500 word limit). This supplemental essay should give us insight on your character as well as your potential fit with Emory University. Please consider your essay thoughtfully, as our Admission Committee and Faculty have special interest in this portion of your application.
Essay Option 1: Last August, Susan Grant, chief nurse executive for Emory Healthcare, said this of Emory’s choice to treat patients with Ebola: "We can either let our actions be guided by misunderstandings, fear and self-interest, or we can lead by knowledge, science and compassion. We can fear, or we can care." Consider her idea of doing what is in the public interest despite potential cost. Please discuss an example in your life or the life of another that's come to your attention. (500 word limit)
Essay Option 2: In the interest of courageous inquiry, what question do you want to help answer and why? (500 word limit)
College of William & Mary: Beyond your impressive academic credentials and extra curricular accomplishments, what else makes you unique and colorful? We know nobody fits neatly into 500 words or less, but you can provide us with some suggestion of the type of person you are. Anything goes! Inspire us, impress us, or just make us laugh. Think of this optional opportunity as show and tell by proxy and with an attitude. For additional context, check out the William & Mary Admission Office video message at
www.wm.edu/admissionvideo.
Version 2-1: 501 words (Common App¿¡¼ “did—and”´Â 1°³ÀÇ ´Ü¾î·Î °³»ê)
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Penn State U: Personal Statement (Optional): Please tell us something about yourself, your experiences, or activities that you believe would reflect positively on your ability to succeed at Penn State. This is your opportunity to tell us something about yourself that is not already reflected in your application or academic records. We suggest a limit of 500 words or fewer.
Version 2-2: 500 words
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Boston College: We would like to get a better sense of you. Please select one of the questions below and write an essay of 400 words or less providing your response.
1. What contemporary issue or trend relating to politics, culture, and society, or foreign policy particularly concerns you and why?
2. Many human beings throughout history have found inspiration and joy in literature and works of art. Is there a book, play, poem, movie, painting, music selection, or photograph that has been especially meaningful to you?
3. Contemporary higher education reflects a tension between preparing for a meaningful life and preparing for a career. What are you looking for in your undergraduate education? Which emphasis is more important to you at this time and why?
4. “Magis,” a Latin word meaning “more,” is often cited in reference to goals of Jesuit education, which seeks to help students become better, do more, and have as much impact on society as possible. How do you hope to achieve the Magis in your life?
Version 3-1: 401 words (Common App¿¡¼ “did—and”´Â 1°³ÀÇ ´Ü¾î·Î °³»ê)
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Version 3-2: 400 words
Living and going to an international school in China as a Korean, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Version 3-3: 305 words
As a Korean going to an international school in China, I have come across a rather recent but peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Brandeis U: For International Students Only Brandeis attracts students from many corners of the world. As an international student at Brandeis, how would you enrich the campus community? (250 words or fewer)
George Washington U: Please respond to one of the following essay questions in 250 words or fewer:
Question 1: Research shows that an ability to learn from experiences outside the classroom correlates with success in college. What was your greatest learning experience over the past 4 years that took place outside of the traditional classroom?
Question 2: Historians write that Martha Washington was George Washington's sounding board and closest confidant. Reflect on a significant challenge you have encountered during your high school career. Tell us about the person (mentor, family member, friend, coach, teacher, etc.) who provides support, advice, and wisdom to you in times of difficulty.
Question 3: We imagine you have spent a great deal of time researching different colleges and universities. Describe how GW offers a strong fit with your interest, talents, and goals?
Please respond to one of the following essay questions in 250 words or fewer.
Version 4: 250 words
As a Korean going to an international school in China, I have come across a peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Lehigh U: Please select one of the following prompts and respond with 150 to 250 words.
- Imagine that you just completed your visit to Lehigh University. What would you Tweet about us and why?
- Describe your favorite ''Bazinga'' moment.
- If your name were an acronym, what would it stand for and how would it reflect your strengths and personality?
- In your opinion, what are the five characteristics of a successful person?
- You've just reached your one millionth hit on your YouTube video. What is the video about?
Version 5: 250 words
CCI (Curious, Cultured, Insightful). As a Korean going to an international school in China, I have come across a peculiar phenomenon that is particular to the Korean culture...
Purdue: Briefly discuss your reasons for pursuing the major you have selected. (Respond in 100 words or fewer.)
Version 6-1: 100 words
As I am inclined to inquire into the “unknown,” I am engrossed with the peculiarities of Economics...
Version 6-2: 161 words
As such has been my inclination both in academics and extracurricular activities, I cannot but be engrossed with the peculiarities of the subject of my interest...