Application essay

: Now write an essay that describes the courses of study and unique characteristics of the University of Pennsylvania that most interest you . An evaluation of your college education to date and why your educational goals may be better served at Penn should be addressed

Although I want to major in Economics at the University of Pennsylvania I have a passion for poetry and prose , and I would love more than anything to develop my writing skills in Penn 's School of Arts and Sciences . That program provides the disciplined and distinguished qualities

that I seek . One must be a great reader before becoming a great writer , so I indulge in books of every genre to expand my range of knowledge . Literature brings me great joy , and I will strive to integrate my fondness for reading and writing into my college experience . Penn 's English Department is unique in that it provides the opportunity for students to place an emphasis on studies in creative writing . Within that framework , I want to channel my passion for poetry into academia

As founder and president of Shandong Normal University Literature Association , if accepted , I plan to visit the Kelly House religiously as a way to satisfy my perpetual craving for remarkable literature . I envision myself grabbing a turkey and cheese sandwich with no mayonnaise at the 1920 Commons , then rushing off to the Kelly House with an armful of books by Maya Angelou and Eric Schlosser . Gathered in a tight...