This application would be lacking if a window into my individuality as a homeschooler was not opened. Thoughts of a typical homeschooler may hardly include diversity as a characteristic. However, the seven years I spent in homeschool allowed me to become an independent learner, a diverse thinker, and a servant leader. Homeschool allowed me to step outside of the classroom and to explore the world around me. Many homeschoolers have parents who hover over them throughout their schooling. My parents,...

USC students are known to be involved. Briefly describe a non-academic pursuit (such as service to community or family, a club or sport, or work, etc.,) that best illustrates who you are, and why it is important to you. (250 word limit) My parents have always told me that I have been dancing since I could stand in my crib. I was enrolled in my school's dance program at the age of five, and later began my studies at a professional...

Academic Interest My academic interests are multifarious. Specifically, my interests lie in learning how history constructs or shapes law and culture within society. Believing that the law shapes behavior, I am seeking to gain insight into the symbolic and expressive meanings of legal language. I have been inspired to pursue the major in Law, History, and Culture because it will provide me the foundation and acumen to making sound decisions that are based on logic and reason, rather than on...

USC is a very "Involved" school. They are looking for well rounded students who are active outside the classroom. Strengthen your ECs and show commitment! While having alot of different items on your place can help, if you are not consistent, and are flipping from one activity to the next, they will not want you. Univesities want students who are dedicated and consistent. My essay contains all the main hooks of college essays: Leadership, Diversity, a unique challenge, and involvement....

Start Early. Plan it out. I always knew where I wanted to...

No matter how much you dislike a teacher, always be nice and courteous. They will remember you when other students were...

A large percentage of students at USC go greek. If...

Chill, Smart,...

I would grant more aid...

I did not use a private counselor as I was very...

Talk about diversity and the many activities...

I interviewed for University of Miami's full ride scholarship. The process was nerve wrecking and I was nervous going into my interview, but as...

Strong ECS and strong sense of community are...

What set me apart from other applicants was the nature of my schooling. It common to be a private school student, or...

Pre-college programs are overrated and a waste of your money. If you have the bank to go to one, attend one at the school you are planning to attend. It will put...

Truth be told, I always thought I was going to go to NYU or Columbia. These were my parents schools and I was under pressure to live up to their expectations. Eventually, I did want to go to NYU because the independent nature of the school matched my homeschool mindset. This all changed however when I went back full time to...

LA is a cultural melting pot and I absolutely love it. Diversity is everything there, and there is so...