<p>I've heard all sorts of essay topics from a student's desk, extra-c or job, to family values. Everyone says to write about something their passionate about and put their whole heart into it, but I'm really having trouble coming up with a topic. I'm a good student, very involved, and have a job, but I don't want to blow my application if I submit a just-OK essay. Any ideas??</p>
<p>I had that problem too. Try writing a few essays first. I think starting is the hardest part.</p>
<p>And remember that you don't have to impress adcoms with really offbeat subjects. I spent ages trying to come up with topics that they were unlikely to have heard before, but my most successful long essay ended up being about living/growing up in my community. The right topic might be right in front of you.</p>
<p>I hope that was at least somewhat helpful. :</p>