<p>Hi all, I’m applying to competitive schools like Northwestern and the UC’s. Which essay topic do you guys think is more unique: one about Taekwondo and hard work or one about being on Solar Cup, a team that builds a solar-powered boat from scratch and that will be tested in speed, durability etc. My major is most likely undecided, but with a lean towards the sciences.</p>
<p>hmm not sure</p>
<p>I would go with the one about Solar Cup</p>
<p>thanks for answering!
I don’t want to give the impression I am going to be an engineer though, because I know how competitive engineering is. Unfortunately, since I’m president of applied engineering club, it might look fishy if i go undecided. Any thoughts?</p>
<p>Both can work if you can make it interesting and personal enough. One topic does not take precedence over the other, the key is the way you write</p>