I have aspired for higher learning that is why a college diploma will be a big achievement for me. However, what I deem is an excellent education. With GW, I know this is possible as evidenced by its strong academic programs and top-notch faculty. Learning economics in this institution will be more than studying economic theories and theorists but the more important practical applications in the field combined with cross-disciplinary educational opportunities. In fact, I am thrilled to experience the real-world learning GW prides itself with as this will allow me to be hands-on and have a firsthand encounter in the field I chose. This will develop my personal and professional skills needed to thrive in a competitive and global economic world. This will also increase my chance of acquiring a future employment that is in line with my skills and experiential learning. Furthermore, this institution is home to high-caliber professors who are industry movers and shakers, thus, sharing a classroom with them will not only mean knowledge on current and past economic issues and perspectives to me and my classmates but honor and pride to us as well. Moreover, this University gives apt freedom for me to do academic research, one thing that I am passionate about. Hence, this scholastic autonomy will allow me to venture out in an academic journey suited for my personal and professional goals. Consequently, I treasure education outside the four walls of the classroom that is why given the opportunity, I wish to take part in a study abroad program to gain exposure and understanding of different economic cultures, policies, and points-of-view, which will enhance my own perspectives and worldview on my way to becoming a competitive professional.
However, before experiencing all these opportunities for academic growth, I will need utmost help in adjusting to a whole new environment. With this, I know I will not encounter much difficulty as GW has designed a supportive guide for first-year students to ease the stresses of transitioning and studying at the same time. Additionally, I give importance to my social development and training. I deem that the two vibrant campuses of GW will enable me to meet new faces and personalities with its diverse student population. Meeting such multicultural student body will not only widen my contacts for future use but also create an awareness and understanding of the similarities and differences between and among cultures and lifestyles. With its location unlike any other academic institution, GW will offer me the opportunity to participate in educational, sports, and recreational activities with its proximity to museums, research laboratories, and federal parks. The vibrant activities for student involvement inside the campus also caught my eye. I have been involved in various activities in school and in my community and would want to continue this by joining organizations and communities in GW with causes that I personally believe in. Needless to say, the on-campus fun and recreational activities and events will also ease the pressure from all the studying. Finally, GWs high regard for sports also attracted me as I wish to pursue my love for health and fitness through physical activities.
With all these beneficial factors, it is only fitting that I pursue higher learning in a university that will develop my skills in all aspects for personal, professional, and holistic growth in order to prepare me for a competitive and global world in the future.
With a goal to make it big and be an economic leader in the future, I deem an excellent education that comes from a great leader and innovator in the academic field as the most significant factor in molding my skills and enhancing my capabilities to their maximum potential. I have fortunately found this in Carnegie Mellon University.
I am applying to major in Economics. With CMU, I believe I will have the opportunity to be equipped with adequate knowledge and understanding of how economies work in various regimes with the academic program that the University has designed. Additionally, as a student, I will have the opportunity to learn about other disciplines and fields with the Institutions interdisciplinary collaboration that will aid and supplement the economic theories and applications that I will learn from economics classes. This is significant as truly, economics co-exists with other fields and disciplines that affect the lives of people. Furthermore, the academic environment in CMU is professional and intellectual as its pool of educators are the best in their fields. Thus, being educated by these brilliant minds will bring not only theoretical learning but more so real-world applications and perspectives. Moreover, as home to numerous centers and institutes and known for being a global research university, my passion for research will be honed in CMU as it will give me the freedom to search for solutions to better and further todays economic and daily problems. In addition, the opportunity to learn outside CMU through study-abroad programs appeals to me. As a traveler myself, I value the experiential learning and different points-of-view of other people and cultures. I recognize that there is an opinion or tradition other than the ones I know and I am open and willing to know these. Hence, a term or a year learning other countries economies and cultures will make me a global and competitive student ready to face the big world as a future professional.
Aside from the academic benefits offered within the bounds of CMU classrooms, the opportunities for growth outside are also plenty. In the campus alone, events and activities that I can take part in abound. Enhancing social skills and community involvement will be possible with student organizations. More importantly for me, physical and mental development will be maximized with fitness classes, recreational programs, and sports competitions. I have been a health and fitness enthusiast for the past years and knowing that CMU will allow me to practice my physical skills, enhance my strengths, and promote my wellness makes the University a healthy and fitting choice. Additionally, the CMU environment is one that is safe, secure, and supportive as evidenced by the presence of various health, medical, and psychological services and safety and security programs and centers, thereby, making my future adjustment and transitioning to college life easy and less stressful.
Meanwhile, outside the campus, Pittsburgh environment will give me the opportunity to experience culture with art and history museums and centers sports with Pittsburghs prides in baseball, football, and hockey and nature with the surrounding zoos, aviaries, and parks. All these will enable me to take my mind off the pressures of academics and relax and enjoy the experience of CMU life.
All these factors, namely, excellent academic and research programs and opportunities, healthy environment, and recreational time have made me chose Carnegie Mellon University. I believe the school has a lot to offer to me consequently, I also have a lot to contribute to this University.