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How to Write the

Georgetown
University
Supplemental Essays

The Georgetown University Application process is separate

from the Common Application and requires a short answer
and three essays: the short essay, Essay One, and Essay Two.

Please Indicate any special talents or skills that you

possess.
Feel free to have fun with this question while being descriptive and genuine.
Do you have a special hobby you’ve been pursuing for years? A quirky skill not
many people know about? Why is it meaningful to you? Try not to stick to the
obvious, like a dazzling debate club accomplishment you would write about
on the first line of your activities list. Instead, be creative and take the
opportunity to be introspective. Your special talent or skill doesn’t have to be
large and flashy—just something special that admissions officers wouldn’t
learn about from other parts of your application. Make sure to address the
significance of this talent as well, such as how it relates to you as a person, or
your relationship to your family, friends, and community.

Short Essay

Briefly discuss the significance to you of the school or

summer activity in which you have been most involved.
(approximately ½ page, single-spaced)

Think back to the Activities List you’ve filled out for the Common Application,
and carefully consider your time commitment and passion for each of those
activities. Which one were you most involved in? How was your role or
involvement impactful? What leadership responsibilities did you have? How
have you grown through the activity and what lessons did you learn?

For the admissions officers, your involvement in activities in high school

translates to the roles and responsibilities you might take on in college. They
want students who will actively shape Georgetown’s culture and purposefully
impact the community. Make sure to address how you hope to continue this
activity with the resources available to you at Georgetown. Lastly, think about
the particular skills you gained through this activity as well as how you have
applied these skills to other aspects of your life. This essay is also a great
opportunity to write about how the Georgetown experience will help you take
those skills to the next level!

Essay One

As Georgetown is a diverse community, the Admissions

Committee would like to know more about you in your own
words. Please submit a brief essay, either personal or
creative, which you feel best describes you. (approximately 1
page, single-spaced)

Although this question asks a somewhat broad question, remember to be as

specific as possible. Avoid the clichés. Do not repeat your resume or list of
extracurricular activities. This question is similar in purpose to the Personal
Statement required for the Common Application: what values will you bring to
Georgetown University? Bearing this in mind, choose a clear theme and be
coherent in your message. Instead of telling the reader, show the reader your
best characteristics. This essay should detail your thought processes, actions
you’ve taken based on your curiosity, and goals you hope to achieve in the
future as a means of showcasing your character and personality. During this
process, remember to demonstrate maturity in thinking and avoid sounding
negative.

Make sure to address the traits or mindset you possess that will allow you to
thrive in the Georgetown community and beyond, and remember that this
essay should ideally relate to the unique experience you will gain at
Georgetown. Think about the Jesuit and Catholic values of “restless inquiry”
emphasized by the school, and why you would be a good fit based on your
character and personal achievements!
 Essay Two
(Approximately 1 page, single-
spaced)
The third prompt consists of school-specific questions.
Applicants choose to apply to one of four Georgetown
Schools: Georgetown College, School of Nursing & Health
Studies, Walsh School of Foreign Service, and McDonough
School of Business. Although slightly different in their
wording, all questions essentially ask the question, why this
school and major?

Georgetown College:
What does it mean to you to be educated? How might
Georgetown College help you achieve this aim? (Applicants
to the Sciences and Mathematics or the Faculty of
Languages and Linguistics should address their chosen
course of study.)

Abstractly, you’ll want to speak to write about why Georgetown’s educational

philosophy speaks to you. You might choose to write about Restless Inquiry
and your curious nature. You might be drawn to Georgetown’s Jesuit
foundation or traditions, such as people for others, and write about using your
degree to make a positive difference in the world. You’ll want to tie this
research into your answer to what it means to be educated. It’s okay to be
direct here – you might begin your essay by writing; ‘To be educated means
to…’

Next, you’ll want to segway into a concrete plan to achieve this educated ideal.
This is the supplement in which you should directly discuss your intended
plan of study and how you plan to involve yourself in the Georgetown
community. If you know what you want to study, you can write about why you
want to pursue your major. Are there specific classes you look forward to
taking or professors you want to learn from? If you aren’t sure what you want
to major in, worry not! You can write about why you think Georgetown is the
school where you want to figure it out! What attracts you to their academic
options? Are there a few different areas you are interested in exploring? You
should also address opportunities outside of the classroom. Is there a
research laboratory or institution that you can see yourself becoming involved
in? Community-wise, is there a student life organization that you look forward
to joining?

School of Nursing & Health Studies:

Describe the factors that have influenced your interest in
studying health care. Please specifically address your
intended major (Global Health, Health Care Management &
Policy, Human Science, or Nursing).

Here, the question asks about the “factors that have influenced your interest.”
Be sure not to solely focus on abstract education values or future plans—
instead, give concrete examples of moments, opportunities, or people in your
life that have guided you in your decision to pursue your intended major.

Walsh School of Foreign Service:

 The Walsh School of Foreign Service was founded more
than a century ago to prepare generations of leaders to
solve global problems. What is motivating you to dedicate
your undergraduate studies to a future in service to the
world?

This question is similar to the one posed above: what factors have influenced
you to commit to the Walsh School of Foreign Service? How will your pursuit
of education help you to create positive change in your local, national, or
international community? Write about the major you intend to pursue, and the
direct impact you hope to have on specific systems or populations. Think
about any gaps in your local or larger community you wish to address with
your education and determination. Give detailed examples that can testify to
your critical thinking skills, ability to apply what you’ve studied, and awareness
of current affairs.

McDonough School of Business:

The McDonough School of Business is a national and global
leader in providing graduates with essential ethical,
analytical, financial and global perspectives. Please discuss
your motivations for studying business at Georgetown.

Provide a thorough explanation as to why you value this school’s pedagogy.

Although analytical, financial, and global perspectives are important topics,
make sure to think carefully about what an “ethical” perspective means to you.
Recount your past experiences and describe your future endeavors with the
foundation provided by the Mcdonough School in mind.
 Ultimately, the most important advice is to do your research!
Look for the resources that are only available at Georgetown
that draw you to the particular school. Explore the school-
specific programs, faculty, research, and study abroad
programs that will strengthen your learning experience and
enhance your academic enrichment. Think about ways you
will be challenged in your area of study in Georgetown’s
unique environment.

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