College Prompts

TCU:

·         At TCU, our mission statement is very important to us. "To educate individuals to think and act as ethical leaders and responsible citizens in the global community." This is integrated into all aspects of the TCU experience. If you were to write a mission statement about your life, what would it be and how does this mission direct your life and goals?

·         Tell us about the most significant person, experience or circumstance which has shaped your life thus far. How has he, she, or it influenced your character? How might you use what you have learned to achieve your goals?

·         Those we call great will usually point to some failure in their lives as a pivotal moment leading them to their successful path. Tell us about a time in your life in which failure propelled you toward success.

·         What matters to you?

Grand Canyon University:

(Doesn’t have on website)

USC:

·         Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How did it affect you, and what lessons did you learn?

·         Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again?

·         Describe a place or environment where you are perfectly content. What do you do or experience there, and why is it meaningful to you?

·         Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, which marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.