University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Admission Essays

I wrote for my first newspaper in 4th grade, the Fourth Grade Weekly. I was the owner, editor in chief, and lead writer. The Weekly contained hard-hitting pieces – by 4th-grade standards – such as Joke of the Week, Restaurant Reviews, and Sports News. My…

I think I was Canadian in a different life. Not because of my love of French, though strong, or my craving for maple syrup, though incessant; no, this Canadian lifestyle manifests itself through a kind of hockey mania. While my friends enjoy watching baseball and…

I squinted when the bright light pierced my eyes as I talked to the stony-faced manager of the Siberian airline. I was translating as quickly and accurately as I could, while both parties’ faces became steadily redder and their voices louder. The official rounded on…

When I was a child, I would write stories and articles in a little notebook, just for the fun of it. As I grew up, my interest in writing grew stronger and eventually, it led me to pursue a career in journalism. This decision was…

In high school, college is often made to seem like an end-all, be-all experience – the pinnacle of one’s life. I know that is not true. In college we prepare for life beyond it, in my case for a lifetime of global citizenship. I was…

As a child, I was fascinated by the world of medicine and the power it holds to heal and comfort those in need. This curiosity led me to explore various aspects of the medical field and solidified my decision to pursue a career in the…

It’s October. The air is cool and invigorating, hitting my lungs with a sting. The newly transformed trees of Horn Pond provide the perfect backdrop: a wash of rich gold, red, and orange. They are just enough to make the whole world seem a little…