463-word version: As a student who has lived and studied in China for more than 15 years, I have come to realize that China and I share characteristics common to both of us. China was once divided into ten dominions, five of which were recognized for their distinctive characteristics... 557-word..

Common Application: Personal Essay The essay demonstrates your ability to write clearly and concisely on a selected topic and helps you distinguish yourself in your own voice. What do you want the readers of your application to know about you apart from courses, grades, and test scores? Choose..

In the last three years, I have lived with three different host families in Pennsylvania. I moved there from South Korea when I was fifteen years old because I sought out new educational challenges, and I was interested in experiencing diverse surroundings and cultural viewpoints. As the student c..

636-word version: “Magic!” Paltry, petty, and even corny though it may sound, performing magic in front of complete strangers has been a significant motivator in my life since my home away from home endeavors in New Zealand to the United States, for performing it has provided me with 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..

If you ever go to Brussels, Belgium, you must see Manneken Pis or “Little Man Wee” for it may render a sense of my upbringing. Although my legend of earning the nickname “Little Man Wee” is not so grand and did not attract adoring devotees as Manneken Pis’, it has had..