As I stepped onto the American streets, I realized that I was a minority. It was an atmosphere that made me feel uncomfortable. Entering school, such tension against a Korean in America was even greater. I accommodated the American social environment quickly, but anger and intimidation showed thei..

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 othe..

539-word version: ‘Just run with your eyes closed. There is nothing to fear. What you see will only waver your determination.’ - My mother, 연도, 도시명 Standing on the starting line, those words rang in my ears. This would be my last chance and I had to take it. So I ran off, my eyes..

498-word version: There are indelible situations in life, not only because they are the happiest or saddest moments but also because they are the most edifying. They are there to provide life-long lessons, even if they are difficult to swallow at times... 627-word version: There are indelible sit..

678-word version: “Please stand up and direct with your one hand to the north,” the professor asked the audience. The result was messy. To the people directing towards different parts of the hall, the professor asked again, “Well then, all except for those who think they are corr..

544-word version: Every time I saw the gruesome number 4 next to the two words, Visual Arts, I went to find Ms. 선생님성함 for help. But all she said was, “Well, 4’s a good grade in art. I think you’re doing well. You just need to put more effort in...” 611-word version: &..