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Early Action/Decision: Nov 1
Regular Decision Deadline: Jan 15
The Requirements: 1 essay of 500 words
Supplemental Essay Type(s): Why
This is a classic Why Essay; admissions wants to know what you want to major in and why you want to study it at LMU. The admissions officer reviewing your application will likely expect you to connect your intended major to some prior experience and/or passion as well, so tell a story. The essays that stick with us are the ones that jump off the page with concrete descriptions from real life. What interests you and why? How have you gone about learning more about your subject of interest? If you can build a bridge between your own interests and the resources available at LMU, you’ll be well on your way to demonstrating your fit. So, set aside an hour or two and commit to some serious research on the LMU website. (Sorry, there’s no way around this, folks!) Look up information about news and research coming out of your department of interest, the kinds of courses available, and the opportunities other undergrads have had studying in your area of choice. If you can point to specific resources (classes, professors, clubs, etc.), your response will be stronger for it. Even if you have a wide array of interests, consider explaining how two or three departments might complement each other or foster your interest in a larger theme or cross-pollinating kind of way. Your ultimate goal is to show that your interest in LMU (just like your intellectual curiosity) runs deep!
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