<p>Question: My favorite thing about last Tuesday was
Answer: “…that I conquered my fear of doing things alone and rode the ferry by myself. Although it was only a 15 minute ride, I felt more confident in myself instantly.”</p>
<p>Question: The one thing I never expected to gain from doing community service was
Answer: “…guilt. When I worked with homeless and underprivileged kids in NYC, I realized that I could have bigger problems than my iPhone’s terrible battery life.”</p>
<p>Although these responses are honest, which is what the adcoms are asking for, they may paint me in some sort of a bad light.</p>
<p>They definitely don’t paint you in a bad light. However, they’re very very VERY cliched responses, especially the second one; adcoms constantly complain of hearing the same “I helped someone less fortunate and now I feel grateful for what I have” story. Your responses are well-written, and the right length, so don’t worry about that–just try to find unique topics! :)</p>
<p>If there’s any doubt in your mind that they could be better, go make them better. While they are fine, “fine” doesn’t cut it in the admissions process. Show a unique perspective.</p>
<p>I suggest writing at least ten responses for each and then selecting the ones that are unique.</p>
<p>They’re very brief. I would suggest making them longer. Brainstorm before you write so it is easier!</p>
<p>Also… man I am PETRIFIED of the ferry, you never know who you’ll find on there… LOL. Take the bus, people!!</p>