What types of topics are required for the application essays?
There are generally three types of application topics: • General Topics – “Tell us about yourself” questions • Specific Questions – about a favorite book, a beloved teacher, a life goal, or a significant experience • Creative questions – questions that require you to reveal your thoughts or opinions on a topic, such as: Why have you chosen this career or profession? Choose an issue of personal, local, or international concern and discuss its importance to you. What should I write about? If the application asks you to choose a topic to write about and you can’t think of one, here are some suggestions for essays: • Write about an event (local, national, international) that has touched you in a personal way. • Write about a social issue (e.g., gun control, whale protection) that is near and dear to you. • Write about an out-of-classroom interest or hobby not covered to your fullest advantage elsewhere in your application. • Write about an academic subject (e.g., music, literature) that en
