<p>Dear College Admission Staff,</p>
<p>Since I was a Sophomore, I visited a website that has a great community filled with supportive intellectuals. I read countless forums as if it was my bible. I found my inner peace when I conversed with other intellectuals but other times I became stressed because I realized the competition I faced outmatched me in every way possible. You could say my self-esteem dropped rock bottom when I read complaints of a 2240 SAT score or a 4 on an AP exam. Why are students everywhere blinded by your ridiculous requirements? Why can't I enjoy my once in a lifetime high school experience? Why must I conform to society and receive nothing less than a straight-A report card? Does my straight-A report card tell you that I enjoy snorkeling? Does my participation in numerous clubs and activities tell you that I rather spend my time programming than brainstorm futile ideas with members that were only elected by their popularity and "coolness?" Does my so-called personal admission essay tell you the other hundred things that make up who I am? </p>
<p>Our education system needs a whole new transformation. We've been stuck to a system that has been created decades ago. I admit, I too am a stress freak who agonizes over a B. I want nothing less than an A. I want to attend Stanford, I want money, and I want the good life. Why do you expect so much from me? I can't remember the last time I played COD with my friends, getting a full nights rest, and most importantly, reading a book that I actually enjoy reading! I'm sorry that I'm not as smart as you want me to be or prepped as the other applicants. I don't come with a manual or a recipe full of grand achievements. I come from a humble family with a humble list of achievements. </p>
<p>What I'm trying to say is, I'm tired of your games and your foolish requirements. I know who I am and where I stand in society, I know what I want to learn, and I definitely know that I should have given you the middle finger salute a long time ago. My name is Entric and in this I am not alone.</p>