<p>I would like to write my college application essay about losing my faith in religion and how it strengthened me as a person. Is this an appropriate topic? I wouldn't want to jeopardize my chances of admission by writing about something that might be looked down upon by an admissions officer.</p>
<p>Sure, I don’t think that is controversial at all. Just make sure you are respectful and mature in the essay and don’t disparage the religion.</p>
<p>Yes. But be sure that you don’t end up talking more about the religion / religion in general, than about yourself and your own thoughts and your own personality. This essay is about YOU. It is about how you changed and what you learned. It should not be about what religion taught you. (Subtle difference)</p>
<p>When I first applied to college, I was told to steer clear of anything controversial.
If it sounds like a controversial topic to you, it probably is.</p>
<p>Controversy is win if you do it right.</p>
<p>Be sure you approach it with intelligence, appreciating the ambiguity and intricacies of your topic.</p>