First-Year Candidate Essay Prompts
Please prepare a typed essay of no more than 500 words to help the Board of Directors and the Distribution Committee become better acquainted with you as a first-year applicant. The provided prompts are designed to assist you in conveying valuable insights to the Board of Directors and Distribution Committee. Select only a few prompts to address do not answer them all, as this essay provides you with the opportunity to showcase your achievements, life or scholastic events, and future endeavors. Note: Submissions containing bullet points, lists, or outlines will be marked as incomplete.
Describe your history and experiences
· How have these events influenced or shaped your educational journey and life goals?
· What motivates you to achieve goals and meet expectations?
· What (past or current) people have influenced your life? Why?
· What do you hope to accomplish with your education and future career?
· Why did you pick that field of study?
· What steps are you taking now to get the most out of your degree in the future (internships, special interest groups)?
· How do you plan to balance and maximize your college education?
· How do you manage your time between academia, work, and social activities?
· What steps will you take, and what resources do you have to maintain a good grade? How do you intend to prioritize school?
· How will you handle adversity throughout your educational journey?
· How do you overcome a challenging subject or a difficult teacher?
· How will you handle your academic responsibilities when faced with unexpected challenges, such as a death in the family, illness, or injury?
Describe your current or future financial picture based on your anticipated debt and salary
· How do you plan to pay off your student loans while paying for the standard cost of living expenses?
· How will a scholarship impact your financial situation?
· How has working at Castle Pines Golf Club benefited you? In what ways have you contributed to the improvement of Castle Pines?