Archive for August, 2008
Sample admission essay for college: Your top 3 possessions
Question: What are your top 3 possessions and why? When I was thirteen years old, my parents decided to move back to our country of origin, the Philippines. It was here that I attended high school and got in touch with my heritage and culture. During these crucial formative years of my life, I lived [...]
Filed under college personal statement examples, August 12th, 2008Mistakes to avoid when using examples of personal statements
What many applicants complain about is that a personal statement is an added burden over the many requirements of their prospective schools. True as it may seem, personal statements are required for a reason and that is to show who you are as a person. Most colleges, professional schools, graduate programs and MBA programs don’t [...]
Filed under personal statement writing guide, August 9th, 2008