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Congrats newbies...enjoy your summer and get excited
It's been quiet around here for a while. Anyone else still waiting for aid info? They told me it was mailed almost 2 weeks ago.
Hey all,
I am applying to Georgetown for the 2011 cycle, and am trying to get the secondary done early (I really like this school!). I am working on the prompt assuming it stays the same, and had a question for anyone who just got in or had a good experience with GUSOM- how did you write the secondary essay in a way that doesn't just compliment the school over and over? I have many reasons for liking the school but do not know how to start the essay without sounding something like "GUSOM is great, and so I want to go there." any tips?
Thanks
Here's my opinion:
Don't just pick reasons why you like the school. Pick reasons why you fit well at the school, each one backed up by EXPERIENCE. The school wants to know (1) why you fit in there, (2) what you will contribute to the school, and (3) that you will pick their school if given an acceptance (they are concerned about improving their ranking).
For example:
"After spending three years volunteering at the ABC Free Clinic, I am dedicated to helping the underserved. Georgetown's XYZ Free Clinic and Helping the Underserved Student Group will allow me to continue my work in this area."
"I spent three months working on a public health project in Mexico, which fueled my interest in global health. Georgetown has a world-class international health program that would... I am excited by the opportunity to expand my project in Mexico through the ABC Summer Grant Program..."
"While earning my philosophy minor, I have spent four years studying how the mind and body are interconnected. The relationship between the physical and spiritual self has been a particular focus of mine, so Georgetown's emphasis on Cura Personalis resonates with me."
Don't write an add for the school. Write an add for yourself at the school.
End by throwing down some love. In the words of another SDNer somewhere on this thread, say "Pick me, pick me, pick meeeeeee."
As of a couple weeks ago, the class was full. Of course, spots will still open up as time goes on and people withdraw. But I think it could be fairly slow.Maybe call Ms. Sullivan to ask if the class if full. I doubt it is, but she can give you a definite answer.
No not yet. Excited for Wake though, which starts July 22, so if I don't hear from Gtown soon, I might have to withdraw just for the sake of practicality. But we'll see!Hey AyCaramba - any good news from Gtown?
Congrats to those getting off the CAP! Question: have you guys sent in additional information after the original letter of intent to Dr. Lauerman?
Anyone still waiting on aid info? Weeks ago they said it was in the mail.
No not yet. Excited for Wake though, which starts July 22, so if I don't hear from Gtown soon, I might have to withdraw just for the sake of practicality. But we'll see!
I need a new computer, where can I find the requirements/recommendations?