The education system in South Korea stands as one of the most extensive and rigorous systems of an OECD nation. From the moment a child is conceived to the instant that child hits maturity, education is held very highly by Korean parents for their children. Among such emphasis on education, one particular subject seems to stand out as especially vital: English. This emphasis on English has surprised me, because some Korean parents would do anything to have their child speak...

By attending Johns Hopkins University, I understand that time in classes may average out to be 13 hours per week for me and others, but I value the amount of free-time that will be given to us because I know it will give me more time to volunteer and participate in extracurricular activities. I also have a mechanical engineering idea that I have in mind, which I’d want to make into a reality through the resources offered at Johns Hopkins....

I am highly interested in majoring in biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins University and possibly seeking another degree in medical-related sciences. My grandfather, a veteran doctor during the Korean War, has been a huge influence on my decision to pursue a career in the medical field. During and after the war, he embodied the Hippocratic Oath by delivering babies and providing medical attention to the most impoverished families for free. He even began giving whatever money he had in his...

I've always had a love for teaching and mentoring and my extracurricular...