Unique Why Penn Essay

venus.ajar
Wed, 03 Jan 2007 15:08:54 +0000

I find it really amusing that you can’t even take constructive criticism. This kind of over-confidence is not only annoying but also alarming. Huntsman is one of the hardest joint degrees to get into, and your Why Penn essay was definitely one of the weaker ones that I have read. Showing “entrepreneurial spirit” is great, but in no way do you stand out. For example, I started a Debate club at my school, and a lot of other Wharton applicants showed great entrepreneurship, including starting their own businesses. A friend of mine started 2 businesses - one that generates more income than both his parents combined. He was deferred, like me.

While talking about what classes you’re interested in and your achievements, such as table tennis thing is great, your regional director will see that in almost every application. Your Why Penn essay was first supposed to show genuine your interest in Penn… and I didn’t see that. If EAD, venkater (two cc’ers that are really more experienced with CC) and I all are telling you what you missed, I suggest you cut a slice of humble pie. Your overconfident and defensive attitude will not help you get into Penn or anywhere else if you carry on like this.