<p>I've been wanting to get a head start on my application essay but have been a little intimidated by the task of selecting a topic. It has been my experience, at least, that many/most people write their essays concerning some exciting life experience they've had or some adversity they've overcome - however I don't find my life to be very exciting nor would I like to write one of these types of essays. Here's a few of the topics I've been considering, I'd love to get your guys' feedback on whether they are good, cliche, acceptable for an addmissions essay, etc.</p>
<p>As, we all know the common app gives some topic suggestions, one being an essay about how a historical figure ect. has affted you. Last summer, as an assignment for AP. Lang. and comp. I had to research and do a paper on an author; my paper was on Oscar Wilde (he's now one of my favorite author), and I was wondering if I should write about how the assignment (and possibly the class) and his life/works impacted me by (greatly) strengthening my passion for writing (which is what I plan to major in) - or does this seem too boring or cheesy.</p>
<p>Secondly, there's another topic asks you to write about an issue that seriously concerns you; the inequities in public education are a great concern for me, and I'm sure I could write a very good analytical/ argumentative essay (and possibly tie in some of my own experiences), would this be a good topic as I have no plans to pursue a career in education and I really wouldn't be discussing myself/ my 'passion' as much?</p>