University of San Francisco

Student Name

Date

Personal Statement

After the gruelling but rewarding years in high school , I am now ready to face more challenges in a new academic environment . I have always been challenged by the many expectations on students especially when they will be admitted in a university . But choosing a university where I can learn and master my craft , grow and develop as an individual and meet new friends without experiencing discrimination for my personality or religion is not always easy . With lots of universities that I can choose from

and which offer countless opportunities for students , it is always a matter of which one will cater to my needs as a scholar and person

I have long realized that not only the university will cater to the needs of the student , but the student must also cater to the university 's needs for their mutual existence . It 's a give and take relationship where both sides can benefit from each other . I believe that the University of San Francisco is the best university that will give me education in to achieve my dreams . I was firstly impressed with its mission and core values , and I knew I found the right place where I can hone my skills and be of good service . And since I want to study in a university which will not limit what I can do , I knew the University of San Francisco is the right place

I am only one person , but I would also like to give contributions to this University as this will be my new home for the next years or so Being a new student is tough , and adjustment is usually painful . I myself came from Asia . But the fact that the University welcomes every person of every religion and culture is a comfort . Enabling change to take place is a difficult task , but it always starts with one 's self no matter if it 's a slow process . I am a person who views challenges as an essential part of being professional and growing as an individual . I learned to be an independent person since my parents sent me to Singapore to study when I was 11 . Living far from them helped me to grow mature than most of my peers , and I gave importance to my education Moreover , I give pride in whatever I do , helping he to excel in my studies and endeavours . I believe I can help the University by being strong and determined . For instance , I was not good at English before but I practiced writing essays to solve this

Since the University is the most diverse when it comes to race and religion , I will contribute by being proud of my roots , and encouraging others to be proud of theirs as well . I will show others that no race and no religion are above another , and that everyone is equal in everything . Aside from this , I believe that one should focus on excelling in...