2014 Indiana University and Arizona State Apps Are Up

Indiana University releases first mandatory essay. Yeah. 

All freshman applicants are required to submit a brief personal statement as part of the admission application. You will be asked to share any information about your background or experience that may not be readily available from the application or supporting documents, such as any special circumstances related to your academic performance and/or why you are interested in attending IU. You are limited to 300 words.

Arizona State App and Its 2014 Barrett College Essay are out.

Arizona State has not application essay.

2014 Barrett Honors College Essay

One long essay for underclassmen. Two essays for upperclassmen.

Upload in word or as PDF.

The essay is an exceptionally important component of your application to Barrett. It adds a personal dimension to your application and helps us to see you as a whole person. It also helps us to assess your ability to write effectively. Please write an essay of less than 500 words that answers one of the following three questions:

1. Discuss how a particular work of music, literature, or art has inspired your educational path.

2. Describe your most significant academic achievement or intellectual endeavor. Highlight how it will influence your undergraduate education or goals for the future.

3. Barrett is composed of students from diverse backgrounds with distinctive life experiences. Explain how your cultural traditions (national, ethnic, religious, or other facets of your background) shape your view of the world around you.

If you are applying for Upper Division enrollment consideration, a second essay of less than 250 words that explains why you would like to be a part of Barrett is also required.

These essays must be composed in PDF or Microsoft Word format and can then be uploaded to the Barrett online application.