Lush forests, open plains, unoccupied lakes, land to be explored, and a welcoming camp fire. These are all part of the environment in which I am perfectly content: camping with my friends. When I camp with my friends, we have completely honest conversations about any topic. I'm able to strengthen the bonds that I have with my friends. During quieter times by the fire or while laying in my sleeping bag, I can reflect back on my own life, goals,...

"ACADEMIC INTEREST" I wish to double major in biological sciences and economics with a focus in entrepreneurship, with the intent of moving on to medical school following graduation. As a freshman, I would participate in the Freshman Science Honors Program so that I can better comprehend research and develop strong bonds with the students and faculty that I work alongside with, while going into exceptional detail in courses that my career will be centered around, courses that interest me. As...

Here are my UC application essays which got me into UCI, UCLA, UCSD, UCD, UCSB, and UCSC. I don't have the exact prompts on hand, but I'm sure you can find them easily with a quick google search. Prompt #1: Something about your dreams. Part of reality is that the world isn't perfect - we are surrounded by problems, but what's important is how we react to these problems. My family is my world, and has been the most influential aspect...