physicsme 1 / 2 Jan 26, 2012 #1Hey, I am applying for a need-based scholarship in one of the top universities of my country.I have to write a 200 word essay on,'Describe a situation or an experience of your life which demonstrates your best characteristic or quality'(Note: The 11th and 12th grade is equivalent to FSc and A levels. 9th and 10th is Matric and O levels.FSc/matric is the local degree and A levels(expensive) is internationally recognized. Both systems are completely different from each other)I have started writing but haven't completed it yet. Anyway, here goes:Only a few months ago, I was staring at the crossroads of my life, lost and confused. I had given my final O levels and it was time to answer that ever daunting question, FSc or A levels? Since I will pursue my higher studies in Pakistan, it only seemed sensible to opt for the local system but switching over to something completely different at this crucial juncture sounded foolish. A tornado of questions swirled in my mind for weeks. I sank deeper and deeper into apprehension and fear as my friends and teachers stood firm against FSc.------....how does that sound?
OP physicsme 1 / 2 Jan 26, 2012 #2here is the rest of it;However, I was well-aware of my situation and resources. When the time came, I made the toughest decision of my life. I chose FSc. This new world was alien to me. My academic performance went down a steep slope. As disheartening and frustrating it was, I knew I could not give up. I remember pushing myself beyond my potential, many a time even surprising myself. Mid-terms came and went. Within a little time I had managed to adapt to a completely new environment and even secured a position in class. The strength of my will power got me through. I am a struggler, always have been. No matter how many downfalls I face, I rise with a renewed vigor. And as far as FSc is concerned, well, challenge accepted!
EF_Susan - / 2,364 12 Jan 26, 2012 #3Since I will pursue my higher studies in Pakistan, it only seemed sensible to opt for the local system, but switching over to something completely different at this crucial juncture seemed foolish.A tornado of questions swirled in my mind for weeks.---This is great writing!------This new world was alien to me, and my academic performance went down a steep slope.As disheartening and frustrating that was, I knew I could not give up.I remember pushing myself beyond my potential, many times even surprising myself.Within a little time I had managed to adapt to a completely new environment, and even secured a position in class.I am a struggler, always have been.---I think this would sound better if you change the word 'struggler' to 'fighter'!Good luck with school and have fun!:)
OP physicsme 1 / 2 Jan 27, 2012 #4I am a struggler, always have been.---I think this would sound better if you change the word 'struggler' to 'fighter'!yeah, my I wrote 'fighter' in the very beginning, I'll change it :)