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Question Hello,
I am applying to the University of Texas as a transfer student.
The admissions essay topic is : "The statement of purpose will provide an opportunity to explain any extenuating circumstances that you feel could add value to your application. You may also want to explain unique aspects of your academic background or valued experiences you may have had that relate to your academic discipline. The statement of purpose is not meant to be a listing of accomplishments in high school or a record of your participation in school-related activities. Rather, this is your opportunity to address the admission committee directly and to let us know more about you as an individual, in a manner that your transcripts and the other application information cannot convey."
I am having a hard time deciding what i should address in this essay. Additionally I am not sure what is meant by "extenuating circumstances".
Any help on this essay would be appreciated.
Thanks
Answer Shane,
UT wants to know why you think you want to attend school there. They want to know why you think you'll be happier at UT than at any other university. They want to know if you'll finish your degree there once you've started. Anything you can tell them to convince them that you'll be an asset to their campus, things that won't be obvious from your other application materials, should be discussed in your essay.
