Boston U: Students consider many different factors when applying to college. Briefly discuss who or what influenced your decision to apply to Boston University. Please be as specific as possible. (Please limit your response to the space below.) 130-word version: Sociology-oriented – Bos..

Rochester (Combined Program Essay): You have already explained why you are applying to the University of Rochester. Now please elaborate on your interest in and your qualifications for the combined - admission program you selected above in less than 300 words. 177-word version: Pre-medical &am..

Lewis & Clark: Why do you think Lewis & Clark is a good match for you? 133-word version: As distant as I dare recall, I have always been interested in psychology, especially in the area of child development. Although I am only an apprentice to psychology, I suspect that the subject ca..

Carnegie Mellon: Why have you chosen your major, department or program? (This essay should include the reasons why you've chosen the major, any goals or relevant work plans and any other information you would like us to know. If you are applying to more than one college or program, please ment..

Brown: Tell us about the academic areas which interest you most and your reasons for applying to Brown. (1500 characters) 1,474-character version: The most appealing academic areas for me are International Studies and Fine Arts. I have had several opportunities to travel outside Korea and see..

Brown: Tell us about the academic areas which interest you most and your reasons for applying to Brown. 194-word version: First, Brown’s open curriculum fascinated me. Some say it is too lax, but I actually believe it provides a wider opportunity for students to explore and discover thei..