Wednesday, September 6, 2017

2017-2018 Common Application Essay prompt #3

  2017-2018 Common Application Essay prompt #3

Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?

 This is a  great prompt  to give an example of leadership. talk of how you took the initiative to act independently.   You can also give an insight to how you have a value system that makes you stand out from your peers. The belief you challenge can be  your own or that of a friend, teacher or even community.
  The second part of the prompt is key - What prompted your thinking.
 This should be used to  show the admission team how your mind works.
  You should conclude by describing the outcome and how it affected you.   Would you repeat this behavior r not. What did you learn from the experience.
 Universities want students whi are active participants in their education. You will be expected to ask questions and challenge the status quo.


 The clearsky team is just an email away if you need help. clearskyeducation@gmail.com

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