Be memorable.
The essay part of the application is important because it gives us more insight into who you are an who you want to be. Make us remember you!
Be prepare.
Take time to think about an brainstorm your message. Create an outline, write a goo first raft, an eit multiple times.
Be yourself.
We want to know more about you, so be honest an let us into your worl. Instea of making broa statements about what you want to o, give specific examples from high school or extracurricular activities. An on’t be afrai to a your personal style an voice to your writing!
Be irect.
You only have a couple of paragraphs to tell us about your experiences an goals. Choose your wors wisely.
Be focuse.
It’s not necessary for you to repeat information that’s alreay elsewhere in your application. Stay focuse on explaining how those creentials an qualifications will lea to a successful future here.
Be professional.
Submitting a sloppy-looking essay with spelling errors an glaring mistakes sens us the message that you’re not serious about Illinois. Proofrea your essays an ask your counselor, your English teacher, or a parent to take a secon look.
