University of Notre Dame Admission Essays

One institution beckons me with its rich history, strong community, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence: the University of Notre Dame. This esteemed university, nestled in the heartland of America, holds a special place in my heart and mind. The unparalleled blend of faith, knowledge,…

To term it a blessing would understate my first semester experience. Working with a group of brilliant professors and highly motivated colleagues has provided me a unique and enriching experience. Additionally, it has helped me clarify and define my vision for the future. As an…

I heard the final call for my race. By now I should have been done with my warm up jog and run-outs and heading over to the check-in tent, spikes in hand, ready to run the 3200 meter race at the State Championship meet. Instead…

As a lifelong bookworm and aspiring writer, I have always been drawn to the study of literature. From the time I was young, I found solace in the pages of books, and as I grew older, I came to appreciate the power of literature to…

He never rang the doorbell, never knocked, just walked right in. Jackson never needed to knock; he was just “family.” He eats his meals with us, watches sports with us, and if it weren’t for the human eye, you’d think he was one of my…

I know for a fact that my grandfather picked up every single piece of trash he saw. It didn’t matter where he was (in town, at church, on the beach), or what it was (a receipt, a broken beer bottle, a plastic fork); he was…

She’s untouchable. Unless she gets really upset; that’s when tears well up in her eyes. She was born with big eyes. People say that I have big eyes…until they meet her and then they stop saying it to me and start saying it to her….