<p>The Duke application requires students to write about why they want to go to Duke- a reasonable expectation- and asking the follow up question: "Is there something unique about Duke that makes you want to come?" My real reasons for applying is there great academic reputation, location, and my teacher who had a fabulous experience there, but none of those are exactly unique. I already started this essay once and it flopped. So if anyone knows any specific strengths of Duke, that would be great. Thank you!
On me: English major, Theater minor. I love acting and play the piano seriously. Very interested in study abroad.</p>
<p>then talk about duke engage or somethign</p>
<p>Talk about something like school spirit or whatever. Read a college book guide on Duke and see what they stress the most.</p>
<p>Its reputation and location are the same for everyone everywhere-- your unique experience is with your teacher. Run with it. If there’s nothing interesting enough with that, you could actually talk about your own perceptions of the school… I mean, I’d probably talk about how it’s North Carolinian, haha, but that’s because I’ve got the personal experiences and the background to back that up as a significant (if more lighthearted) factor.</p>
<p>If you want to talk about your own interests and their strengths there, go to the Duke or college search websites, talk to students, figure it out yourself.</p>
<p>might wan to visit college</p>