Choose the option that best helps you answer that question and write an essay of no more than 650 words, using the prompt to inspire and structure your response. Remember: 650 words is your limit, not your goal. Use the full range if you need it, but don't feel obligated to do so. (The application won't accept a response shorter than 250 words.) Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

My sister had a 4.0 GPA, was the valedictorian of her class, and the pride of my parents, while I was living in the shadow of perfection. For 17 years, I heard “you’re almost as good as your older sis

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Describe a life event which you feel has prepared you to be successful in college. 250 Words

A seven year old child sits down, a chess board in front of him. Sitting beside him, his uncle asked if he would like to play a game. Not wanting to forgo the opportunity to play, he attempts the game

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Tell us about the person who has most impacted your life and why. 250 words

The most influential person in my life was my math teacher in middle school. I did not enjoy math as it did not come easy to me, but my math teacher encouraged me and spent time teaching me new techni

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Describe your academic and career goals in the broad field of engineering (including computer science, industrial distribution, and engineering technology). What and/or who has influenced you either inside or outside the classroom that contributed to these goals? It is important to spend time addressing this question as it will be considered as part of engineering review process. 500

As a child, I was always asking questions. Examples of these questions are: how does this work, can I make this myself, can I improve this device? For my 10th birthday, instead of receiving the same g

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In 250 words or fewer, please tell us why you want to attend the University of Dallas. What do you hope to gain from the University of Dallas experience?

College is a stepping stone towards my life’s goals as an engineering entrepreneur. The education I will receive at UTD comes with a certain prestige that I aspire to throughout my life. After researc

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Why UTD? 250 words

Going out for recess we didn't have many options of what to do. It was either football, soccer, or basketball. I was always picked last in any of these more physical sports and I was tired of it so I

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SMU appeals to students for a variety of reasons. Briefly describe why you are interested in attending SMU and what specific factors have led you to apply. (250-word limit)

College is a stepping stone towards my life’s goals as an engineering entrepreneur. The education I will receive at SMU comes with a certain prestige that I aspire to throughout my life. After researc

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SMU is a diverse learning environment shaped by the convergence of ideas and cultures. How will your unique experiences or background enhance the University, and how will you benefit from this community? (250-word limit)

For 3 years I have taken upon myself to learn a page of teachings from my religion called the talmud. Every day I learn a single page from these teachings without fail. This persistence has changed th

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