That’s one of my essay prompts for UNC. I was thinking about writing about my love of jazz music or creative writing; I could probably write a really, really good and creative essay on both. However, both topics are only hobbies/interests and I assume would make me look a little more interesting. I don’t think they’d really speak to what I could contribute to campus or my “unique perspective” or whatever. Do you think that’s okay?
You can literally write about almost anything here. There are no rules except not to use this essay to write a sob story. Talking about your love for Jazz or creative writing is fine as long as you have experiences to enhance the story. For example, if you have been to jazz concerts or had any meaningful interactions with jazz singers, those would be noteworthy things to write about. Just show the admissions committee another dimension of who you are. - Admissions Track