Hey, I'm working on my University of California PIQs, and I'm struggling a bit with PIQ 1. Can anyone share some examples or tips for writing a strong response? I could use a little inspiration. Thank you!
Hello! It's great that you're starting early on the University of California PIQs. For PIQ 1, which asks about your leadership ability, remember to focus on highlighting a specific leadership experience and illustrating the impact you had on your community or group. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
1. Be specific about your role and responsibilities. Share the context of your leadership, including your goals and any obstacles you faced.
2. Reflect on your personal growth. How did this leadership opportunity shape you, and what did you learn from it?
3. Show the impact of your actions on others. How did your leadership benefit your team or community?
4. Stay focused. Many students make the mistake of trying to squeeze in multiple experiences; it's best to delve deep into one example.
Unfortunately, I cannot share specific examples, but I encourage you to check out CollegeVine for free resources, including a chancing engine, essay guides, and peer essay reviews to help you craft a compelling response. Here is a great resource to check out: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-university-of-california-essays
Good luck!
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.