Princeton University presented this prompt for application essays:
“Princeton in the nation’s service and in the service of all nations.”
Here’s how one student began her response: “I wonder if Princeton should be poorer.”
Good idea for catching an admission officer’s eye? Bad idea? Check out what Ron Lieber of the NY Times says about college admissions essays that stand out.
And many thanks to WCC coach Larry Bensky for passing along the link.
Bob Menzimer