Hey y'all! I'm aiming for UC Berkeley and I was wondering if there's a place where I can find successful essays from students who got accepted? I'd love to read some examples of essays that worked to get a better idea of what they're looking for in applicants. Any help would be appreciated!
Hi there! It's great that you're looking for successful UC Berkeley essays for inspiration and guidance. You may want to check out some essay compilation books, like "50 Successful University of California Application Essays" or "Heavenly Essays: 50 Narrative College Application Essays That Worked."
While these books include essays from various UC schools, including Berkeley, they can give you a sense of what successful applicants have written about in the past. Keep in mind that different people resonate with different stories, so it's essential to find a writing style and topic that reflects your authentic voice.
Additionally, you can visit UC Berkeley's website for details about their application process and any specific essay guidance they provide. They may not share actual essays, but they typically give valuable insight into what they're looking for in an essay.
Finally, check out this CollegeVine article with 12 real UC essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/university-of-california-essay-examples
Also check out this guide to writing the UC essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-california-essays
A wise approach for your essay is to focus on your passion, personal experiences, and unique perspectives. Emphasizing your individuality and demonstrating how your experiences and growth would benefit the university and contribute to its mission will help you stand out among fellow applicants.
Don't hesitate to seek feedback from teachers, friends, or family members to ensure that your essay is engaging, authentic, and well-written. Getting input from others can help you refine your writing and strengthen your application.
Good luck with your essay and application! Be confident in your writing and remain true to yourself.
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