<p>Wow, 1 double-spaced page is not much at all. </p>
<p>“I was wondering as to how I should word and format this essay.”</p>
<p>Word the essay so the officer can understand what you’re saying. And don’t try to use big vocabulary and sound pedantic, especially if you don’t normally write in that style.</p>
<p>As for format . . . Times New Roman font, double space, one page max. </p>
<p>“Are there any tricks or things they would like to hear?”</p>
<p>Don’t worry about what the officers want to hear (besides what is mentioned in the prompt). How would they know? I doubt they personally know you, so they wouldn’t know what to expect.</p>
<p>Here’s a tip: write your essay as if you’re telling a story to a single person. You’re likely to have better focus and organization.</p>
<p>“Also, could you give me some examples of appropriate academic experiences, extracurricular activities, and hardships?”</p>
<p>lol! I can’t believe you asked this question. smh
The prompt tells you in the number list! That’s as much spoon-feeding as you’re gonna get.
Only you know to what extent your academic and extracurricular experiences have impacted you. Only you know how much passion you have for science and learning. I don’t know about any hardships that you might have faced. I don’t know what your expectations and plans are. </p>
<p>Also remember: “You are not limited to these areas.” But I think for your purposes and intentions, you should stick with the five things listed . . . unless you have a great epiphany between now and the application deadline.</p>
<p>Oh, and reading this over, I admit that I sound rather bitter and sarcastic, but I am sincerely trying to help, and I normally write like this, anyway. Please don’t take my tone as a personal attack.</p>