I'm filling out college applications, and I need help with the Applicant's Statement. I know you guys can't write it FOR me, but how do I start it? Do I state my name? I don't know how to get the darn thing started.![]()
Any college application suggestions appreciated.
ETA:
Here's what I have so far. I'm not done yet. Do you think it will be too long?
There are so many high school students out there today that complain and whine about how awful high school is. Our parents always told us that 'these are the best years of your life!' and at first I was skeptical. As I come upon the halfway mark of my senior year, I can't help but agree with my parents. Through my parent's divorce, amazing twists and turns in one of my tight-knit friendships and managing two jobs, a nephew, band, living in two different homes and preparing for college, I still had a blast.
High school has been one of the most exciting times of my life. I've made many wonderful friends and I really enjoy learning. Don't get me wrong; 6 AM on Monday is not a fun time, but high school was still a blast. I am still enjoying being in my Advanced Placement Calculus class and Chemistry never fails to keep me occupied. Band is something I've always been involved in and we play at about two games per week over the winter. My English classes have been amazing and have opened my curious eyes to many wonderful pieces of literature such as Hamlet, Jane Eyre and many more.
Over the span of three or so years, my parents have been in a bitter divorce battle. In 2003, my mom made the drastic decision to move out, and ever since then, they have been struggling to get divorced. I've moved three times in the past three years within the city limits. Over the past year, my mother has severely distanced herself from my brother and I and we fought often. She was consumed in lies and it made it very hard to trust her or rely on her for support. My grades started to slip my junior year, but now that things are looking up for my family and I, my grades are heading back towards my high-B, low-A average.
I've been anticipating college for quite a while now. I've been doing some research and asking people who attend UWMC to find out more about the school. I've heard about the wonderful classes, the SMALL classes (nothing compared to highschool, where classes can reach upwards of 40 people!) and very friendly teachers. I'm very excited to hopefully experience this school atmosphere myself.
Ever since I was a small child, I have wanted to be a veterinarian. I have a very strong passion for animals, just ask my dad about the time I snuck home two mice (my dad HATES mice) because they needed to be adopted at the pet store. One was blind and the other could barely walk; who could resist them? Nevertheless, they needed homes and I just happened to be there. I love animals of all shapes and sizes, from my two gerbils and two mice, to the 9 fish I have, to my aunt's horses and cows. I have a very caring personality and helping others is a goal I have always strived to achieve on a daily basis.
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