Seven Years Old. The world was vast, scary and full of obstacles. I was an adventurer and a vagabond, restless and curious of my surroundings. Compared to how I view my immediate surroundings the world for me at the age of seven was marvelous, exciting and full of opportunities for exploration...

1,132-word version: Twelve strings are awaiting the strokes of my fingers. I am sitting on the wooden floor, with my back straight and one end of my gayageum laying gently on my crossed legs. After calming myself and setting everything in order, I solemnly put my left index and middle fingers on t..

Common Application: Personal Statement Please write an essay (250 words minimum 500 words maximum) on a topic of your choice or on one of the options listed below. This personal essay helps us to become acquainted with you as a person and student, apart from courses, grades, test scores, and other..

64-word version: George Washington - International Relations I hope to study at GW in Washington, DC, where I can be in touch with many international agencies... 68-word version: Syracuse - International Relations After dreaming of becoming a diplomat, I began to respect Ko Kun, the Korean pri..

George Washington: What motivated you to apply to GW and describes what contacts you have had with us. We have told you about the dynamic GW classroom, campus, and city experience, now tell us how you will make use of these resources in meeting your educational goals. 406-word version: One Sun..

233-word version: Georgetown – International Relations ...If I am given the chance to study in the United States, I hope to study in DC, where I can be close to and witness at first hand the real workings of numerous international agencies, government institutions, especially congressional..