College Essays: What Do You Want to Study?

This summer Megan will focus on different college application essay topics, pinpointing common pitfalls and offering suggestions for strong responses.  This summer Erin will focus on building skills that will help students in the present and are essential to transition to a functioning adult. Today's focus: habits.  This summer Megan will focus on different college application essay topics, pinpointing common pitfalls and offering suggestions for strong responses. Today's topic: "what do you want to study?" (This may also appear as "why have you selected this major?") — Start with research. What majors are offered at this particular school? You don't want to spend an entire essay describing something not offered at this school.  — Understand the requirements for the academic path you are selecting. Look at the required courses for prospective majors.  — Take time to connect your experiences to your desired path. Show the college HOW you will fit into their academic offerings.