<p>Why did you choose to apply to UCF?</p>
<pre><code> The University of Central Florida has been recognized by Princeton Review as one of the Top 50 for Best Colleges, Best Value and the most engaged university in Florida by the UCF Staff. This school is always Under Construction Forever and is looking for ways to better prepare its students for the future. I chose to apply to the University of Central Florida because I feel that its more than a school, its a way to develop myself. While I went on my first college tour in the second year of community college, the University of Central Florida has always stood out above the rest. The students, faculty, and staff are wonderful. The campus is very organized and is not hard to find anything. Ive always wanted to move out to Orlando, not because of the theme parks, but because of the diverse backgrounds the city has. Learning other peoples cultures will help me develop more as a person.
By being located in a large, popular city, the University of Central Florida offers internships and job opportunities to help students become successful. The University of Central Florida has partnerships with employers nationwide, as well as locally, including: Disney, Universal Studios, Darden and many others. Another thing that I like about the University of Central Florida is the small student to faculty ratio. This makes the learning experience a lot easier in the event I have a question or concern. Originally, Florida State University was my choice for Business Management; however, it appears to me that there are more advantages that made me lean toward the University of Central Florida. One of the business courses at Florida State had roughly 800 students, which would make it very difficult to learn. UCF stands for Opportunity and I feel that this is an opportunity I cant pass up.
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<p>What qualities or unique characteristics do you possess that would allow you to contribute to the UCF community?</p>
<pre><code>I believe that if somebody asks the people who know me best, they will describe me as a hardworking and goal-oriented type of person. Throughout my life, I have always stayed true to myself. When I was 15 years old, I got my first job at a local Winn-Dixie. I was reminded time and time again that I didnt need a job. I told my family that since dad passed away a few years back, that this job will make me a stronger person. I didnt look at a paycheck as independence. I looked it at as a way to help my mom support the household, by paying a portion of the bills.
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<p>I have set numerous goals in life and let no one get in my way of achieving them. Whether its at school or work, Im the type of person that will make sure that everything that was assigned to me is complete. If I dont complete everything, I feel as if I didnt accomplish a thing. </p>
<pre><code>I think the qualities and characteristics I posses would allow me to contribute to the University of Central Florida community. I live by a quote from Les Brown: Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, youll land among the stars. I will try to show my fellow students to never give up that you could do anything you put your mind to. Losing my father when I was 11 years old was tough, but he would want me to do better and make a difference.
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