Playing the violin gives me the opportunity to share my passion with others. From 9th through 11th grade, I participated in the orchestra pit for the school musical. The pit consisted of an amalgamation of both professional and student musicians, making it a unique experience. The harmonious blend between the music from the pit and the singing from the actors and actresses created a powerful ability to instill a spectrum of emotions on the audience. Being a part of the...

I have always been jealous of the people who knew from the get-go what they wanted to be for the rest of their lives. There was only one path for them and they were set on it. As for me, I see several paths instead of one. How can I choose one over the other? There are various topics that I am passionate about and want to further engage in. With JHU’s absence of a core curriculum and encouragement...

I think the most important part of my essay was that it really demonstrated my interest in Johns Hopkins. By discussing specific programs and clubs, it was clear that I did my research into the school.

In my essay, I discussed specific things I wanted to do at JHU if I went there....

I did not use a private admissions counselor, but I DID go to...