College Admissions Essay

Over the past few years I have discovered how deeply I want to be involved in politics and international affairs. With those goals in mind, I researched colleges with the best programs for those majors. The college that stood out to me the most was George Washington University. One of the biggest things that stood out was that there is an entire school dedicated to international affairs. This means that there is room for me to grow in any concentration I wish, with a quality staff to guide me along the way. Moreover, it is important for me to be in a diverse and understanding community so George Washington’s involvement with increasing inclusion and creating a culture of cultural empathy makes the school a great fit for me. Additionally, I

I am a sophomore at the College of William and Mary with a declared major in International Relations and an intended second major in Economics. After completing my undergraduate degree, I intend to pursue a law degree with a concentration in human rights. I am interested in the intersection of gender and politics. Currently, I am in the second phase of a yearlong independent study where I am investigating gender quotas in Sub-Saharan Africa. I seek to understand the efficacy and limitations in gender quotas in improving the average lives of women in South Africa and Uganda. Additionally, I have received a research grant from the James Monroe Scholar Program at my college to pursue an in-depth summer research project before graduation. I intend to use the project to either expand upon my current research project or, most likely, to conduct a study of gender-based violence in war settings. With the Hertog War Studies Program, I hope to gain a better understanding of the theory and practice of war that will guide my future summer research project.

I am currently a senior at Boston University and am writing to apply for an internship with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. I learned about FEMA through the agency’s response efforts to disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the devastating Oklahoma tornadoes. Interning at FEMA would provide an ideal start to my career of public service, and I am confident that I would be able to contribute significantly to the goals of FEMA while developing the experience for a successful career in public service.

This degree has afforded me the credentials to apply for the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program to jumpstart my professional career in the field of public service and I could not be more thankful for the opportunity.

Living in several developing countries during my childhood, I witnessed a richness of culture and life, but unfortunately matched by extreme poverty and hardship, which has shaped my thinking. Also, while growing up, enrolled in the disparate educational environments of several different countries and now teaching English in South Korea, I have been a part of a variety of approaches to education. I have seen the importance of increasing both the availability and the quality of education as a fundamental step in promoting development. Today I still feel a deep connection to developing nations and their people and want to expand on my previous work through this fellowship opportunity.

I fully enjoy mathematics and the elegance and logic of the subject is the reason for my desire to study it at a more advanced level. The formulae and the theorems all fascinate me and I love the challenge of problem solving that mathematics provides, especially demanding, non-standard problems that require a substantial amount of thought and ability. In this respect, STEP papers have provided me with a great number of intellectually stimulating problems that I have taken great pleasure in attempting. As such, I believe a mathematics degree, whilst being engaging and inspiring, would also give me a good platform to achieve my long-term ambition to work towards a doctorate in mathematics. Pure mathematics is my favourite amongst further pure

Words can be described as characters that are aligned to define the objects that surround one’s self. However, somewhere in history, words became less about functionality and a part of science regarding literature. This science of literature is the reason why I would like to study at St. Andrews University. I have always been fond of writing, finding that it is a better way to convey ideas than any other medium of communication. Studying at St. Andrews would give me the opportunity to hone my writing skills and to achieve my highest possible ability as a writer.

a) When coming to a large campus many students struggle to find their “home” on campus, however I can say that I have most certainly found a home within AWA. Being involved in this student organization has given me opportunities to not only serve my community, and build professional skills but has allowed me to find my home on campus. Here, I have gained friendships that will last a lifetime and has allowed me to be surrounded by accomplished young women who all share one common goal. I especially appreciate the three pillars, service, professional, and social, as they allow me to gain a wide variety of attributes here on campus. From attending networking dinners, etiquette workshops, or sister bonding activities I truly feel like I am gaining

Six years ago, I was a curious school student good at mathematics and biology. All I imagined was getting into a good college that allows me to be part of the betterment of life. Several inspirational works by scientists and the revelation that I could be a part of something that would have a positive effect on society acted as a source for self-motivation and galvanized me to excel in my academics. I consistently fared in the top 10 in my class and was also awarded the institute’s academic merit scholarship for a year.

I have always had a strong preference for the quantitative observation of the world, instead of the qualitative observation. At Newark Academy, a private school in New Jersey, I have experienced an atmosphere that pushes me to explore my quantitative preference and grow and expand as a person in my academics, extracurriculars, personality and character. I am a hard-working student with a strong transcript that displays my ability to academically challenge myself, especially in STEM subjects. Currently, in my sophomore year of high school, I am taking Chemistry Honors, the traditional sophomore science course, and Physics Honors simultaneously to provide myself with an academic challenge and to allow myself to experience a greater magnitude of course difficulty in junior and senior year. As a sophomore, I face a constant challenge in balancing a hectic high school schedule with two honors science courses.

Moreover, prior travels to both Liberia and Ghana only reaffirmed my desire to obtain a public service role that focuses on conflict studies in the region. One of the best ways to prevent conflict in my humble opinion is by forging international partnerships of inclusion, and by also truly understanding the social intricacies of said partners to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. My goal is to provide accurate collection material so that US policymakers are better informed during the foreign policy decision-making process, which means this also gives me an opportunity to continue serving my country. I am available to deploy anywhere that contributes to the overall US mission in Africa and I would like to thank you in advance Mr. Cordle for taking the time to review my

The Dean Rusk International Studies Program has convinced me that my dreams at Davidson College matter. I have always wanted an opportunity to acquire a global education and work with other fellows to make a difference in the lives of others. To me, this program will not only equip me with experience and skills for my personal and academic development, it will also transform me into the innovative and capable leader I envision myself to be. I see this scheme as a stepping stone for my desire to be of service as a health advocate in Ghana and Africa.

As an undergraduate I majored in Political Science and Human Geography, and received minors in International Studies and Philosophy. I also began my first position as a research assistant during my freshmen year working for Dr. Julianna Pacheco on her PHD dissertation on domestic policy trends. In my junior year, I was employed as an intern for the International Center for the Study of Terrorism working with a diverse team of researchers with diverse background using qualitative data to study recidivism in radical organizations. These experiences as an undergraduate student introduced me to research methods in the social sciences and helped to prepare me for a more central role in other projects as a graduate

In addition to enhancing my current educational experience, I am interested in pursing a career in international relations. Upon graduation, I plan to attend law school and pursue a dual J.D./MA degree in World Politics. Through my experiences at Indiana University, I have recognized my interests in international relations and I would like to pursue a career where I can have a role in assisting nations reconcile after experiencing long-term conflict. This opportunity would create a solid foundation for me to achieve my goals.

It is with great enthusiasm that I apply for a fellowship at Schaefer Centre of Public Policy Insti at the University of Baltimore. After researching a few universities, I found the university appealing for its track record of academic excellence, mentorship and its proximity to Washington DC, the hub of public policy.