<p>I have been staring at this essay topic for 6 days...can't think of anything to write.</p>
<p>It's the "What can you contrubite to this college?" Essay</p>
<p>I just need some examples on how to start it...I won't use them since obviously, they're on the internet and admission officers can easier find out.</p>
<p>SO...please help me and post any examples!!</p>
<p>Some quick examples:</p>
<p>"I have a passion for swimming and will work hard to give College X the best swim team possible."</p>
<p>"I grew up in poverty and can bring a perspective to class discussions not often heard at prestigious University Z."</p>
<p>"I have a history of being willing to talk to anyone and being able to draw outsiders into group endeavors."</p>
<p>"Because of my cancer center internship, I have an understanding of scientific research not often found among first-years and I will try to share this knowledge with my classmates."</p>
<p>That last one especially may sound intimidating, but it can be something less grand like some of the others. How will your presence make the school a better experience for all, even in some small way?</p>
<p>Don't exaggerate--make sure it's something you would actually do and that makes sense in the context of your application. </p>
<p>Hope that helps!</p>