QuestionsForLiving

Questions for Applying to College

Created by QFL June 10, 2003

The Content of the Application

What is unique about my life experiences that will contribute to the campus culture?
What skills, talents and abilities do I have that will benefit the school?
What do I hope to do with my college education that will contribute to making the world a better place?
What is the best evidence of my past successes?
What personality traits do I have that will contribute to the campus culture?
What evidence is there that I am a serious student?
Are there people who can proofread my application for grammatical errors?
Are there people who can proofread my application for possible confusion regarding conceptual aspects of the application?

The Presentation of the Application

What will make my application stand out?
Is the application neat and clean?
Are all the necessary forms in place?
Will it be easy for the Admissions Department to find the information they are seeking?

The College Interviews

What impression do I want to convey upon the Admissions Department?
How can I best demonstrate to them that I am sincerely interested in their school?
What is the best way for me to demonstrate that I would be an asset to the school?

Writing a Thank You Letter After the College Interview

How can I use the thank you letter to reinforce my ability to contribute to campus life?
How can I use the thank you letter to reinforce my sincere interest in the school?
Does the presentation of the letter reflect my intention to attend this school?